Panel Beater

Streamline Search Ltd; Havant; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime available

Paid time off over Christmas

Family-run business environment

Job summary

Streamline Search Ltd in Havant is seeking an experienced Panel Beater to join a small, family-run bodyshop with a steady workload and ample overtime. The role involves repairing and restoring vehicle panels, with opportunities to assist on paint spraying.

Candidates should have proven panel-beating experience, a good eye for detail, and the ability to work independently within a close-knit team. Overtime is available evenings and weekends.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Panel Beater within an accident repair centre or bodyshop.
• Strong skills in repairing and reshaping accident-damaged vehicle bodywork.
• Experience removing, repairing and replacing vehicle panels.
• Good knowledge of panel repair techniques, tools and equipment.
• Ability to work independently and maintain high standards of workmanship.

Responsibilities

• Repair dents and damage to vehicle body panels following accidents.
• Straighten, reshape and repair damaged panels, including doors, wings, bonnets and quarter panels.
• Remove and replace damaged panels where necessary.
• Use specialist tools and equipment to carry out high-quality panel repairs.
• Carry out welding and panel alignment where required.
• Identify additional damage during the repair process and report any issues.
• Ensure all repairs are completed to a high standard.
• Maintain a safe, clean and organised working environment.
• Work effectively as part of a small, close-knit bodyshop team.
• Assist with Paint Spraying duties where experienced and required.

Skills

Panel repair

Dents removal

Attention to detail

Independent working

Flexible hours

Education

Full UK driving licence preferred

Tools

Panel repair tools

Welding equipment

Paint spraying experience

Job description

Salary: GBP18 - GBP20 per hour + Overtime Avaliable

Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent

About the Role

We are recruiting an experienced Panel Beater to join a well-established, family-run accident repair business in Havant.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a close-knit team of approximately 10 people, with a consistent workload and plenty of overtime available during evenings and weekends.

Candidates with additional Paint Spraying experience would be particularly desirable.

Key Responsibilities

• Repair dents and damage to vehicle body panels following accidents
• Straighten, reshape and repair damaged panels, including doors, wings, bonnets and quarter panels
• Remove and replace damaged panels where necessary
• Use specialist tools and equipment to carry out high-quality panel repairs
• Carry out welding and panel alignment where required
• Identify additional damage during the repair process and report any issues
• Ensure all repairs are completed to a high standard
• Maintain a safe, clean and organised working environment
• Work effectively as part of a small, close-knit bodyshop team
• Assist with Paint Spraying duties where experienced and required

Candidate Requirements

• Proven experience as a Panel Beater within an accident repair centre or bodyshop
• Strong skills in repairing and reshaping accident-damaged vehicle bodywork
• Experience removing, repairing and replacing vehicle panels
• Good knowledge of panel repair techniques, tools and equipment
• Ability to work independently and maintain high standards of workmanship
• A reliable and flexible approach to work
• Own tools would be beneficial, although some tools are available on site
• Additional Paint Spraying experience would be an advantage
• Relevant qualifications or time-served experience preferred
• Full UK driving licence preferred

What We Offer

• £18 – £20 per hour, depending on experience
• Monday to Friday working hours
• Plenty of overtime available during evenings and weekends
• Paid time off over the Christmas period
• Friendly, family-run business with a close-knit team
• Recruitment Process
• The recruitment process will involve an initial telephone or face-to-face interview, followed by a practical trial day.

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