Panel Technician

HP4 Recruitment Ltd; Slough; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uncapped bonus

23 days holiday + bank holidays +生日off

Company pension

Life assurance

Health plans

GP access

Retail discounts

Discounted gym memberships

Vehicle leasing

Job summary

HP4 Recruitment Ltd is seeking a skilled Panel Technician/Panel Beater to join a busy automotive bodyshop in Slough. You will carry out panel repairs and replacements, restoring vehicles to pre-accident condition while maintaining high-quality standards.

The role offers a competitive hourly rate (£20-£24) with uncapped bonus potential, and a strong pipeline of work. You will work in a fast-paced environment with opportunities for progression and ongoing training.

Qualifications

• 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)

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 stagesEnsure all bodyshop repairs meet manufacturer standards
• Maintain accurate job records and support workshop productivity

Skills

Panel beater

Bodyshop repair

Welding

Attention to detail

Independence

Education

ATA / NVQ in Vehicle Body Repair

Job description

Job Title: Panel Technician / Panel Beater

Location: Slough

Salary / Hourly Rate: £20-£24 Per Hour 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 stagesEnsure 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