Panel Technician

Solus - an Aviva company; Bolton; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension scheme with employer ;

33 days’ holiday (incl. bank holidays)

Aviva product discounts

Share Save scheme

Job summary

Solus - an Aviva company is seeking a skilled Panel Technician / Panel Beater to take ownership of structural and non-structural repairs, restoring vehicles to a safe, high‑quality standard. This hands‑on role is central to the repair journey, setting the foundation for paint, refit and final delivery.

You will repair panels, follow approved methods, and collaborate with Paint, MET and production teams to ensure smooth workflow and high safety standards.

Qualifications

• Practical experience as a Panel Technician / Panel Beater.
• Experience in automotive or accident repair environment.
• Safety‑first mindset and commitment to quality workmanship.

Responsibilities

• Repair and reshape damaged panels using recognised panel beating techniques.
• Carry out removal, replacement and alignment of vehicle body panels.
• Follow manufacturer methods and repair standards to ensure safety and quality.
• Work collaboratively with Paint, MET and production teams to keep repairs flowing.
• Maintain a clean, safe working environment and professional standards.

Skills

Panel Beater

Automotive repair

Safety conscious

Team collaboration

Job description

Overview

You start your shift knowing what’s expected and having the tools, time and trust to do the job properly. The vehicle in front of you needs skilled hands, problem‑solving and attention to detail - not shortcuts. You work alongside people who value safe, well‑finished repairs and who understand that panel beating is as much about judgement and care as it is strength.

Overview

You start your shift knowing what’s expected and having the tools, time and trust to do the job properly. The vehicle in front of you needs skilled hands, problem‑solving and attention to detail - not shortcuts. You work alongside people who value safe, well‑finished repairs and who understand that panel beating is as much about judgement and care as it is strength.

That’s what life is like as a Panel Technician at Solus.

The role

As a Panel Technician / Panel Beater, you’ll take ownership of structural and non‑structural repairs, restoring vehicles to a safe, high‑quality standard. Your work will play a critical part in the overall repair journey - setting the foundation for paint, refit and final delivery.

Responsibilities

In this role, you’ll:

• Repair and reshape damaged panels using recognised panel beating techniques
• Carry out removal, replacement and alignment of vehicle body panels
• Follow manufacturer methods and repair standards to ensure safety and quality
• Work collaboratively with Paint, MET and production teams to keep repairs flowing
• Maintain a clean, safe working environment and professional standards

This is a hands‑on, practical role where skill, care and consistency matter every day.

Qualifications

We keep expectations realistic and focused on what really matters. We’re looking for people with practical experience as a Panel Technician / Panel Beater who take pride in doing the job properly.

That Experience Typically Includes

• Time spent in an automotive or accident repair environment as a Panel Beater
• Confidence working with panels, structures and repair methods
• A safety‑first mindset and commitment to quality workmanship

At Solus, You’ll Find

• A collaborative team environment where experience is valued
• Leaders who respect technical expertise and practical judgement
• Opportunities to develop your skills and progress over time
• An inclusive culture where you don’t have to fit a stereotype to succeed

Why Join Solus?

We have so much to offer when it comes to being a Solus colleague:

• Competitive salary based on location, skills, experience, and qualifications.
• Bonus opportunity tied to your performance and the overall success of Solus.
• Company pension scheme with employer contributions.
• 33 days’ holiday (including bank holidays), with the option to buy or sell up to 5 days.
• Save money with up to 40% discount on Aviva products and other retailer discounts.
• Share in Aviva’s success through the Aviva Save As You Earn scheme.
• Supportive policies including parental and carer’s leave.
• Wellbeing focus with tools like Group Income Protection and 24/7 GP access.

At Solus, we value inclusivity and welcome all applicants. If you’re excited but don’t tick every box, we encourage you to apply—your unique skills might be just what we need.

We guarantee an interview for disabled applicants meeting the minimum criteria—just email us after applying to let us know.