Panel Beater / Panel Technician

HP4 Recruitment Ltd; Ilkeston; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uncapped bonus

23 days holiday

Pension

Life assurance

Health plans

Retail discounts

Gym discounts

Vehicle leasing

Financial wellbeing

Job summary

HP4 Recruitment Ltd is seeking an experienced Panel Technician / Panel Beater to join a busy automotive bodyshop in Ilkeston. You will repair crash damage, restore bodies to pre-accident condition, and weld and jig as needed.

The role offers a competitive salary (£50k-£53k), uncapped bonus, and a structured career path with training and pension. A strong background in accident repair and attention to detail are essential.

Qualifications

• Experienced Panel Technician, Panel Beater, or Bodyshop Technician.
• Strong background in accident/crash repair and vehicle body repair.
• Skilled in welding, jig work, and panel replacement.
• Able to work independently in a fast-paced bodyshop environment.

Responsibilities

• Carry out repairs and replacements on various vehicles.
• Complete body repairs including crash repair and restoration.
• Repair or replace full and quarter panels.
• Undertake welding, jig work, and structural repairs.
• Manage jobs from strip down to final repair and ensure standards.
• Maintain accurate records and support workshop productivity.

Skills

Panel technician

Panel beater

Bodyshop technician

Accident repair

Welding

Jig work

Panel replacement

Independent Worker

Attention to detail

Education

ATA / NVQ Vehicle Body Repair

Tools

Welding equipment

Crash repair tools

Job description

Job Title: Panel Technician / Panel Beater

Location: Ilkeston

Salary: £50,000 - £53,000 Dependant on Qualifications and Experience

Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

About the Role

Our client, a leading business within the automotive accident repair and bodyshop sector, is looking for an experienced Panel Technician / Panel Beater to join their busy workshop.

This role suits a skilled bodyshop technician with a background in vehicle repair, accident damage, and automotive body restoration. You'll be working on a range of vehicles carrying out high-quality crash repairs and ensuring vehicles are returned to pre-accident condition.

With a consistent flow of work and an uncapped bonus structure, this is an excellent opportunity for a panel beater or panel technician to maximise earnings.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out panel repairs and panel replacements on a variety of vehicles
• Complete automotive body repairs including crash repair and vehicle restoration
• Repair or replace full panels and quarter panels
• Undertake welding, jig work, and structural repairs
• Complete jobs from strip down through to final repair stages
• Ensure all bodyshop repairs meet manufacturer standards
• Maintain accurate job records and support workshop productivity

About You

• Experienced Panel Technician, Panel Beater, or Bodyshop Technician
• Strong background in accident repair, crash repair, and vehicle body repair
• Skilled in welding, jig work, and panel replacement
• Able to work independently in a fast-paced bodyshop environment
• High attention to detail and quality
• ATA / NVQ in Vehicle Body Repair (desirable but not essential)

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary / hourly rate with uncapped bonus
• High-volume work for strong earning potential
• 23 days holiday + bank holidays + birthday off
• Company pension and life assurance
• Health and wellbeing support (including GP access, dental and health plans)
• Retail discounts and cashback schemes
• Discounted gym memberships
• Vehicle leasing schemes
• Financial wellbeing support

Why Join?

• Established and growing automotive repair business
• Investment in EV, training, and modern bodyshop facilities
• Clear progression opportunities
• Stable, long-term career
• Supportive workshop environment