Panel Beater

autoskills-uk; London Borough of Enfield, Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

AutoSkills (United Kingdom) is seeking an experienced Panel Beater/Panel Technician for a permanent, full-time role in Southgate. You will carry out structural and non-structural repairs to accident-damaged vehicles, using your skills to restore vehicles accurately and efficiently.

The position offers a competitive salary with earning potential through bonuses and an OTE package, working Monday to Friday, 8:00am–5:00pm in a professional bodyshop environment. Right to work in the UK is required.

Qualifications

• Experience as Panel Beater/Panel Technician in an accident repair centre or Bodyshop.
• Competent in panel removal, replacement, reshaping and alignment.
• Qualifications in automotive trades (IMI/ATA/NVQ/SVQ/VSQ or equivalent) or completion of an automotive apprenticeship.

Responsibilities

• Assess vehicle damage and determine repair methods.
• Remove, repair and replace damaged body panels and structural components.
• Carry out panel beating, reshaping and alignment work.
• Use specialist tools to complete body repairs.
• Ensure gaps and alignment meet required standards.
• Work with MET Technicians and Paint Sprayers during repair.
• Follow manufacturer repair methods and safety procedures.
• Maintain high standards of workmanship and productivity.

Skills

Panel beating

Vehicle body repair

Structural repair

Attention to detail

Education

IMI / ATA / NVQ / SVQ / VSQ or equivalent

Automotive apprenticeship

Tools

Specialist tools

Job description

Salary: £40,000 - £50,000+ Basic Salary DOE

OTE: £55,000+ (Efficiency & Time Saved Bonus Structures)

Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm (45 hours per week)

Are you an experienced Panel Beater looking for a permanent opportunity where your skills, productivity and quality of workmanship are recognised and rewarded? This is an opportunity to join an accident repair operation in Southgate, working within a professional Bodyshop environment.

If you take pride in producing high-quality repairs and want the opportunity to increase your earnings through an attractive overall package, this could be the next step in your automotive career.

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?

• Earning Potential: Opportunity to increase your overall earnings.
• Permanent Employment: Full-time, permanent position.
• Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm.
• Working Week: 45 hours per week.

THE ROLE

As a Panel Beater / Panel Technician, you will be responsible for carrying out structural and non-structural repairs to accident-damaged vehicles, ensuring all work is completed safely and to the required standards.

You will play an important role in the vehicle repair process, using your technical skills and experience to restore damaged vehicles accurately and efficiently.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Assessing vehicle damage and determining appropriate repair methods.
• Removing, repairing and replacing damaged body panels and structural components.
• Carrying out panel beating, reshaping and alignment work.
• Using specialist tools and equipment to complete vehicle body repairs.
• Ensuring panel gaps, contours and vehicle alignment meet the required standards.
• Working alongside MET Technicians and Paint Sprayers throughout the repair process.
• Following manufacturer repair methods and relevant safety procedures.
• Maintaining high standards of workmanship, accuracy and productivity.

ABOUT YOU

• Previous experience working as a Panel Beater or Panel Technician within an accident repair centre or Bodyshop.
• Confident carrying out structural and non-structural vehicle body repairs.
• Competent in panel removal, replacement, reshaping and alignment.
• Relevant automotive qualifications such as IMI, ATA, NVQ, SVQ, VSQ or an equivalent industry-recognised qualification.
• Completion of a recognised automotive apprenticeship will also be considered.
• Good understanding of vehicle construction, repair methods and safe working practices.
• A reliable, organised approach with good attention to detail and the ability to work effectively 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.