Panel Beater / Body Repair Tech | Flexible Start + Training

Tru Talent; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Start Times

Additional Training

Bonus Hours

Job summary

Tru Talent's client is seeking a talented Panel Beater/Panel Technician to join a leading bodyshop in the UK. You will repair damaged vehicles to manufacturers' specifications using modern equipment and techniques in a state-of-the-art facility.

The role requires an ATA or NVQ equivalent and prior experience in a busy body shop, with a strong emphasis on accuracy, teamwork, and meeting repair deadlines.

Qualifications

• Recognised apprenticeship as a Panel Beater/Panel Technician/Car Body Repair Technician and a technical qualification such as NVQ/VCQ/SVQ/ATA.
• Previous experience in a busy body shop and ability to earn bonus hours as a team player.
• 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 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

Team player

Self-motivation

Vehicle repair knowledge

Education

Recognised apprenticeship as a Panel Beater / Panel Technician / Car Body Repair Technician

NVQ / VCQ / SVQ / ATA qualification

Job description

Tru Talent's client is seeking a talented Panel Beater/Panel Technician to join a leading bodyshop in the UK. You will repair damaged vehicles to manufacturers' specifications using modern equipment and techniques in a state-of-the-art facility.

The role requires an ATA or NVQ equivalent and prior experience in a busy body shop, with a strong emphasis on accuracy, teamwork, and meeting repair deadlines.