Panel Beater

AutoSkills (United Kingdom); Heywood; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

AutoSkills (United Kingdom) is looking for a skilled Panel Beater to join our Heywood workshop. You will perform vehicle body repairs, restoring damaged vehicles to structural and cosmetic standards.

The role requires an apprenticeship or Level 3 Vehicle Body Repair qualification and prior experience as a Panel Beater or similar. Monday to Friday, 8:00am–5:00pm, with a competitive salary and clear career development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Must have apprenticeship or Level 3 qualification in Vehicle Body Repair (NVQ / IMI / SVQ / ATA).
• Experience as Panel Beater / Panel Technician or Vehicle Body Repair Technician.
• Ability to repair and replace damaged panels and body components accurately.

Responsibilities

• Assess vehicle damage and identify required repairs.
• Repair/replace damaged body panels and components.
• Use appropriate tools to reshape, align and repair panels.
• Carry out structural and non-structural body repairs per procedures.
• Ensure panel gaps, alignment and fit meet standards.
• Work efficiently while maintaining high workmanship.
• Follow health and safety procedures and keep workspace clean and organized.

Skills

Vehicle body repair

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Health and safety

Education

Level 3 Vehicle Body Repair qualification (NVQ/IMI/SVQ/ATA)

Tools

Body repair tools

Job description

Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Working Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm

Looking for your next opportunity as a Panel Beater? This role in Heywood offers a competitive basic salary of £38,000 - £40,000+, with an OTE of £45,000+. If you're an experienced vehicle body repair professional who takes pride in producing quality repairs and wants a stable, full-time position, this could be the right move for you.

With a Monday-to-Friday working pattern, this opportunity offers a consistent weekday routine while allowing you to focus on delivering high standards of vehicle body repair.

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?

• OTE of £45,000+.
• Monday-to-Friday working pattern.
• Consistent working hours of 8:00am - 5:00pm.
• Opportunity to apply and develop your vehicle body repair skills in a professional environment.

THE ROLE

As a Panel Beater / Panel Technician, you'll carry out vehicle body repairs, restoring damaged vehicles to the required structural and cosmetic standards.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Assessing vehicle damage and identifying the repairs required.
• Repairing and replacing damaged body panels and vehicle components.
• Using appropriate tools and equipment to reshape, align and repair panels.
• Carrying out structural and non-structural body repairs in line with repair procedures.
• Ensuring panel gaps, alignment and fit meet the required standards.
• Working efficiently while maintaining a high standard of workmanship.
• Following health and safety procedures and maintaining a clean, organised workspace.

ABOUT YOU

• Recognised apprenticeship or Level 3 qualification in Vehicle Body Repair (NVQ / IMI / SVQ / ATA), with an ongoing commitment to continuous professional development.
• Previous experience working as a Panel Beater, Panel Technician or Vehicle Body Repair Technician.
• Confident repairing damaged panels and replacing body components.
• Able to use body repair tools and equipment safely and effectively.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to high-quality repairs.
• Able to manage workload efficiently while maintaining repair standards.
• Reliable, motivated and comfortable working as part of a team.

Right to Work: Candidates must have the right to work in the UK. Proof of eligibility will be required prior to employment.