Panel Technician

Solus Accident Repair Centres Company; Bolton; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonus opportunity

Company pension scheme

33 days holiday

Discounts on Aviva products

Aviva Save As You Earn

Parental and carer’s leave

Wellbeing benefits

Job summary

Solus, UK’s vehicle repair leader, is looking for a Panel Technician / Panel Beater to own structural and non-structural repairs and restore vehicles to a safe, high‑quality standard. You’ll work alongside Paint, MET and production teams to ensure repairs flow smoothly.

This hands‑on role rewards skill, care and consistency. We value practical experience, pride in doing the job properly and a safety‑first mindset, with a collaborative, inclusive culture and opportunities to develop your skills.

Qualifications

• We’re looking for people with practical experience as a Panel Technician / Panel Beater who take pride in doing the job properly.
• 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.

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 experience

Safety-conscious

Quality workmanship

Teamwork

Job description

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 Technicianat 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

Every Solus site is different, but our values are consistent. We focus on teamwork, respect and inclusion, and we know that great repairs come from people who feel listened to and supported.

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

Solus, who are owned by Aviva, are one of the UK leaders in vehicle repairs, returning cars to the road in just 11 days on average and a 4.6/5 star customer rating. With an award-winning apprenticeship programme and winners of other recognised industry awards Solus are proud to be shaping the future of vehicle repair.

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.