Panel Beater

Tru Talent; Motherwell; On-site; GBP 47,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

30 + days holiday

Additional qualifications

Achievable bonus structure

Job summary

Tru Talent in Motherwell is seeking a skilled Panel Beater / Panel Technician to join a leading bodyshop. You will repair damaged vehicles to manufacturers' specifications in a state-of-the-art workshop using modern equipment.

An ATA or NVQ equivalent is required. The role involves following repair techniques, removing and replacing panels, welding, smoothing dents, and working as part of a team to deliver high-quality results.

Qualifications

• Recognised apprenticeship as a Panel Beater with a technical qualification (NVQ/ATA).
• Experience in a busy body shop and ability to work in a team.
• Up-to-date knowledge of vehicle repair techniques for heavy and minor crash repairs.

Responsibilities

• Work efficiently in a fast-paced accident repair centre.
• Follow repair techniques and align with factory specifications.
• Remove damaged panels and repair or replace them.
• Use welding, hand tools and power tools to reshape and fit panels.
• Smooth out dents and small imperfections using fillers and sanders.
• Align body parts for assembly and fit.
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment.
• Keep up-to-date with industry standards and techniques.

Skills

Team player

Earn bonus hours

Self-motivation

Education

NVQ / VCQ / SVQ / ATA

Job description

Panel Beater

Location:Motherwell

Annual Salary:Up to £52,000

Hours:42.5 Hour Week - Flexible Start/Finish Times

Extras:30 + days holiday, additional qualifications, Achievable bonus structure

Our client is looking a talented and efficient Panel Beater / Panel Technician with a valid ATA or NVQ equivalent to join this leading team. You will be repairing damaged vehicles in line with the manufacturers' specifications within a state-of-the-art Bodyshop, utilising modern equipment and techniques.

Responsibilities for Panel Beater / Panel Technician:

• Work efficiently in a fast-paced accident repair centre
• Follow the correct repair techniques and produce work in line with factory specifications and customer satisfaction
• Remove damaged panels and parts, and repair or replace them.
• Use welding equipment, hand tools, and power tools to reshape and fit panels.
• Smooth out dents and small imperfections using fillers and sanders.
• Align body parts for assembly and fit.
• Work collaboratively with other team members to ensure timely completion of repairs.
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment
• Keep up-to-date with industry standards and techniques.

Skills and Qualifications for Panel Beater / Panel Technician:

• You will have served a recognised apprenticeship as a Panel Beater and gained a technical qualification (such as NVQ / VCQ / SVQ / ATA).
• You must have previous experience working as a Panel Beater / Panel Technician within a busy body shop and be a strong team player with a self-motivation to earn bonus hours.
• You will work to the highest standard and demonstrate a sound up-to-date knowledge of vehicle repair techniques with both heavy and minor crash repair.