Panel Technician

ZIGUP plc; Fenny Stratford; On-site; GBP 48,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uncapped monthly bonus

Birthday day off

Life assurance

Vehicle leasing

Pension

Wellbeing services

Retailer discounts

Stream App

Job summary

FMG RS in Milton Keynes is seeking a skilled Panel Technician to perform high-quality panel repairs and replacements to manufacturer standards, restoring vehicles to pre-accident condition. You will work with a professional team, ensuring safety and efficiency while delivering precision workmanship.

The role requires proven panel experience, strong repair skills across various makes, meticulous attention to detail, and a valid UK driving licence.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Panel Technician or Panel Beater within a bodyshop environment.
• Strong repair and replacement skills across a variety of vehicle makes and models.
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out high-quality panel repairs and replacements to manufacturer standards
• Assessing vehicle damage and determining the most effective repair methods
• Removing and refitting body panels and associated components
• Ensuring all repairs are completed safely, efficiently, and to the highest quality standards
• Accurately recording all work completed in line with company procedures
• Maintaining a clean, safe, and organised working environment
• Working closely with colleagues to deliver exceptional repair quality and customer satisfaction

Skills

Panel repairs

Bodyshop experience

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Full UK Driving Licence

Job description

Salary:basic up to £24 per hour based on experience, + uncapped bonus & excellent benefits schemes

Join the UK’s largest repair group in this fantastic opportunity, as a Panel Technician at our busy workshop in Milton Keynes.

As a Panel Technician, you’ll be responsible for carrying out high-quality panel repairs and replacements to manufacturer standards, ensuring vehicles are restored safely and efficiently to their pre-accident condition. Working alongside a dedicated and professional team, you’ll deliver precision workmanship while enjoying excellent rewards and career progression opportunities.

What you'll be doing:

• Carrying out high-quality panel repairs and replacements to manufacturer standards
• Assessing vehicle damage and determining the most effective repair methods
• Removing and refitting body panels and associated components
• Ensuring all repairs are completed safely, efficiently, and to the highest quality standards
• Accurately recording all work completed in line with company procedures
• Maintaining a clean, safe, and organised working environment
• Working closely with colleagues to deliver exceptional repair quality and customer satisfaction

What we're looking for:

• Proven experience as a Panel Technician or Panel Beater within a bodyshop environment
• Strong repair and replacement skills across a variety of vehicle makes and models
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship
• Relevant qualifications (ATA, NVQ, IMI, or equivalent) - desirable but not essential
• A proactive, team-focused approach
• Full UK Driving Licence required

This is an excellent opportunity to join a professional and supportive team in Leicester, where your skills and expertise will be recognised, rewarded, and developed as part of the UK's leading vehicle repair group.

Why choose FMG RS?

Of course, we offer a fantastic basic salary, but there’s much more to being a Panel Technician at FMG RS than just that …

• fantastic uncapped monthly bonus schemes plusguaranteed average bonus when you're on holiday!
• start with 23 days annual leave, of course, you’ll have public holidays too and an extra day off to celebrate your birthday!
• free life assurance (x2 your basic salary)
• exclusive colleague-only vehicle-leasing schemes
• pension & save-as-you-earn share scheme
• well-being services (incl. 24/7 GP service, mental health support and physiotherapy + Health Cash Plan, Dental Plan & Travel Insurance)
• A Benefits App giving a huge range of retailer discounts and cashback deals
• Stream App for all our colleagues - a Financial Wellbeing app that gives you more control over your pay. Not only does it let you choose when to get paid it also lets you put money aside each month and in addition you can get discounts on your shopping, check what benefits you're eligible for and can even put you in touch with a financial coach!

We’re going places …

• We’re part of something bigger - ZIGUP, a leading provider of integrated mobility solutions, supporting customers across the UK, Ireland and Spain,- few other businesses can offer you the volume, variety and long-term security as us;
• You’re rewarded for your part in our success - lots of customers means lots of work to share, which in turn means lots of opportunity to boost your earnings through our fantastic bonus schemes;
• We invest in you - We believe everyone should have the opportunity to better themselves and look to progress, not just within FMG RS but the wider ZIGUP business too;
• We’re growing - it’s an exciting time for the industry and we’re committed to being at the cutting edge, investing in everything from our EV capabilities, our workshops to our Training Centres;

Join the FMG RS family

With the best people in the industry within our Group, we really believe that no one else can do what we do as well as us. So what are you waiting for?

We’re also part of something bigger - ZIGUP, a leading provider of integrated mobility solutions, supporting customers across the UK, Ireland, and Spain. We are proud to have been awarded a King's Award for Enterprise in 2025, recognised for our commitment to promoting opportunity and supporting social mobility. Unlock your potential in an industry-leading business, surrounded by inspiring individuals and leaders, fuelled by the opportunity to thrive in your career.

We’re committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and respectful workplace where everyone can thrive. We actively welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences, identities, and abilities. If you need adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process, just let us know. We’re here to support you.

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