Panel Beater / Panel Technician

Auto Skills UK; Preston; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Company benefits

Mon-Fri pattern

42.5 hours per week

Full-time, permanent employment

Job summary

Auto Skills UK is seeking an experienced Panel Beater / Panel Technician in Preston to join a professional accident repair environment. You will repair accident-damaged vehicles to a high standard, working Monday to Friday, 42.5 hours per week, in a structured, permanent role with a competitive salary and company benefits.

The role requires technical expertise in body repairs, attention to detail, and the ability to work closely with MET and Paint Technicians to maintain an efficient repair

Qualifications

• Experience as a Panel Beater or Panel Technician in a professional bodyshop.
• Level 3 qualification in Vehicle Body Repair (NVQ/IMI/SVQ/ATA) with commitment to CPD.
• Strong knowledge of modern vehicle body construction and accident repair techniques.
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Assess damaged vehicle panels and determine repair methods.
• Carry out structural and non-structural body repairs.
• Repairing, replacing, aligning, and fitting vehicle body panels and components.
• Using specialist body repair tools and equipment safely.
• Working to manufacturer repair methods and relevant industry standards.
• Collaborating with MET Technicians, Paint Technicians and other Bodyshop colleagues.
• Completing allocated repairs within agreed timescales while maintaining workmanship.
• Inspecting completed repairs to ensure panels are correctly aligned and meet quality standards.

Skills

Panel Beater

Panel Technician

Vehicle Body Repair

UK Driving Licence

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Organisation

Education

NVQ/IMI/SVQ/ATA Level 3

Job description

PANEL BEATER / PANEL TECHNICIAN

Location: Preston

Salary: Competitive Salary Plus Company Benefits

Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 42.5 hours per week

Looking for a Panel Beater role where your body repair skills are valued, you're rewarded with a competitive salary and company benefits, and you can enjoy a consistent Monday to Friday working pattern?

If you're an experienced Panel Beater / Panel Technician looking for your next career move, this is an excellent opportunity to join a professional accident repair environment where technical expertise, quality workmanship, and attention to detail are recognised.

Working Monday to Friday for 42.5 hours per week, you'll be responsible for carrying out high-quality repairs to accident-damaged vehicles while working alongside an experienced Bodyshop team. If you're looking for a permanent position with a structured working week and company benefits, this could be an excellent next step.

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?

• Competitive Salary
• Company Benefits
• Monday to Friday working pattern
• 42.5 hours per week
• Full-time, permanent employment
• Professional accident repair environment
• Opportunity to utilise your specialist body repair skills
• Long-term career development opportunities

THE ROLE

As a Panel Beater / Panel Technician, you'll be responsible for repairing accident-damaged vehicles to a consistently high standard, ensuring repairs are completed efficiently, safely, and in line with required repair methods.

Key responsibilities include:

• Assessing damaged vehicle panels and determining the appropriate repair methods.
• Carrying out structural and non-structural body repairs to accident-damaged vehicles.
• Repairing, replacing, aligning, and fitting vehicle body panels and components.
• Using specialist body repair tools and equipment safely and effectively.
• Working to manufacturer repair methods and relevant industry standards.
• Working closely with MET Technicians, Paint Technicians, and other Bodyshop colleagues to maintain an efficient repair process.
• Completing allocated repairs within agreed timescales while maintaining excellent workmanship.
• Inspecting completed repairs to ensure panels are correctly aligned and meet the required quality standards.

ABOUT YOU

This opportunity would suit an experienced Panel Beater / Panel Technician / Vehicle Body Repair Technician / Car Body Repairer who takes pride in producing high-quality repairs.

You'll ideally have:

• Previous experience as a Panel Beater or Panel Technician within a professional Bodyshop or accident repair environment.
• Recognised apprenticeship or Level 3 qualification in Vehicle Body Repair (NVQ / IMI / SVQ / ATA), with ongoing commitment to continuous professional development.
• Strong knowledge of modern vehicle body construction and accident repair techniques.
• Experience carrying out both structural and non-structural body repairs.
• Excellent attention to detail and pride in delivering high-quality workmanship.
• The ability to work efficiently while maintaining consistently high standards.
• Strong organisation and the ability to work effectively as part of a skilled workshop team.
• A full UK driving licence.