Panel Beater / MET Technician

Perfect Placement; Tinsley Green; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary up to £55k

Pension scheme

Employee discounts

Flexitime

On-site parking

Overtime opportunities

Job summary

Perfect Placement is seeking a skilled Panel Beater / MET Technician for a reputable body repair centre in Crawley. This permanent, full-time role focuses on delivering exceptional vehicle repairs and customer service.

Benefits include a salary up to £55,000 (dependent on experience), pension, employee discounts, flexitime, on-site parking, and overtime opportunities. Training can be provided for welding and related skills.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Panel Beater / MET Technician within vehicle body repair.
• Excellent attention to detail and pride in workmanship.
• Strong communication and customer care mindset.
• Welding experience is highly desirable, but training can be provided.

Responsibilities

• Conduct mechanical diagnostic checks on vehicles before and after repairs.
• Remove, repair, and fit vehicle body panels with precision.
• Prepare vehicles and panels for topcoat and clearcoat application.
• Identify needed vehicle parts and prepare accurate ordering lists.
• Operate repair equipment safely, adhering to company safety standards.
• Maintain the highest standards of repair quality and customer satisfaction.
• Ensure proper documentation and reporting throughout repair processes.

Skills

Panel Beating

MET Technician

Vehicle body repair

Diagnostics

Attention to detail

Welding

Education

ATA or NVQ Level 3

Job description

We are currently seeking a highly skilled Panel Beater / MET Technician to join a reputable body repair centre located in Crawley.

This is a permanent, full-time opportunity designed for professionals committed to delivering exceptional vehicle repair standards and outstanding customer service.

Benefits of the Panel Beater / MET Technician:

• Competitive basic salary up to £55,000, dependent on experience
• Permanent, full-time role with Monday to Friday working hours
• Company pension scheme and employee discounts
• Flexitime and on-site parking facilities
• Opportunities for overtime and flexible working hours

Duties of the Panel Beater / MET Technician:

• Conduct mechanical diagnostic checks on vehicles before and after repairs
• Perform general mechanical work as required
• Remove, repair, and fit vehicle body panels with precision
• Prepare vehicles and panels for topcoat and clearcoat application
• Identify needed vehicle parts and prepare accurate ordering lists
• Operate repair equipment safely, adhering to company safety standards
• Maintain the highest standards of repair quality and customer satisfaction
• Ensure proper documentation and reporting throughout repair processes

Requirements of the Panel Beater / MET Technician:

• Proven experience as a Panel Beater / MET Technician within vehicle body repair
• Strong attention to detail and pride in workmanship
• Excellent communication skills and a customer care-focused mindset
• Ability to work efficiently within a team under pressure
• Welding experience is highly desirable, but training can be provided
• Recognised qualifications such as ATA or NVQ Level 3 are advantageous
• Knowledge of vehicle diagnostics and general mechanical duties