Panel Beater

Auto Skills UK; Swanscombe; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible start time

Saturday overtime

Full-time, permanent

Job summary

Auto Skills UK in Swanscombe is seeking a skilled Panel Beater/Panel Technician to join a busy accident repair team. You will carry out repairs to pre-accident condition using manufacturer-approved methods and to the required quality standards.

The role offers a basic salary of £40,000–£50,000 plus OTE, with a flexible start time, a 45-hour week and optional Saturday overtime for added earnings. This is a full-time, permanent position.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Panel Beater or Panel Technician within an accident repair centre or Bodyshop.
• Recognised apprenticeship or Level 3 qualification in Vehicle Accident Repair Body (NVQ / IMI / SVQ / VRQ / ATA or equivalent).
• Competent welding skills, including MIG/MAG and spot welding.
• Good understanding of manufacturer repair methods and safe working practices.
• Able to work accurately and maintain high standards of workmanship.
• A reliable, organised approach and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Assessing accident damage and deciding on the most effective repair method.
• Repairing damaged panels using traditional panel beating and modern repair techniques.
• Removing, replacing and aligning bolt-on and welded panels.
• Carrying out MIG/MAG and spot welding where required.
• Preparing repaired areas to a high standard ready for the paint shop.
• Following manufacturer repair methods and health and safety procedures.
• Working with MET Technicians, Painters and the Workshop Controller to keep repairs on schedule.
• Maintaining high standards of workmanship, accuracy and attention to detail.

Skills

Panel beating

MIG/MAG welding

Spot welding

Attention to detail

Team player

Education

NVQ/IMI/SVQ/VRQ/ATA or equivalent

Job description

PANEL BEATER / PANEL TECHNICIAN

Location: Swanscombe

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

OTE: £55,000+

Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Working Hours: Monday to Friday, flexible start time, 45 hours per week + overtime available on Saturdays, 9:0am - 4:00pm

Are you a skilled Panel Beater who wants a working day that fits around you? This role in Swanscombe offers a flexible start time, Monday to Friday, with the option of Saturday overtime when you want to earn more.

If you take pride in quality panel repairs and want to be part of a professional accident repair team, this could be the right next step in your career.

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?

• Basic Salary: £40,000 - £50,000+ DOE.
• OTE: £55,000+.
• Flexible Start: Choose a start time that suits you, Monday to Friday.
• Saturday Overtime: Available 9:00am - 4:00pm for extra earnings.
• 45 Hours Per Week: A full-time Monday to Friday working pattern.
• Permanent Employment: A full-time, permanent position.

THE ROLE

As a Panel Beater / Panel Technician, you will carry out accident damage panel repairs, returning vehicles to their pre-accident condition using manufacturer-approved methods and to the required quality standards.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Assessing accident damage and deciding on the most effective repair method.
• Repairing damaged panels using traditional panel beating and modern repair techniques.
• Removing, replacing and aligning bolt-on and welded panels.
• Carrying out MIG/MAG and spot welding where required.
• Preparing repaired areas to a high standard ready for the paint shop.
• Following manufacturer repair methods and health and safety procedures.
• Working with MET Technicians, Painters and the Workshop Controller to keep repairs on schedule.
• Maintaining high standards of workmanship, accuracy and attention to detail.

ABOUT YOU

• Previous experience as a Panel Beater or Panel Technician within an accident repair centre or Bodyshop.
• Recognised apprenticeship or Level 3 qualification in Vehicle Accident Repair Body (NVQ / IMI / SVQ / VRQ / ATA or equivalent).
• Competent welding skills, including MIG/MAG and spot welding.
• Good understanding of manufacturer repair methods and safe working practices.
• Able to work accurately and maintain high standards of workmanship.
• A reliable, organised approach 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.