Panel Technician (ATA)

HP4 Recruitment Ltd; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday entitlement

Pension and life cover

Health & wellbeing support

Retail discounts

Gym membership discount

Vehicle leasing

Financial wellbeing

Job summary

Senior Panel Technician / Panel Beater in Dunfermline is sought by a leading automotive bodyshop, with a busy workshop and a strong emphasis on quality crash repairs. You will repair and restore vehicles to pre-accident condition, handling welding and frame work as needed.

With an uncapped bonus structure and a comprehensive benefits package, this role offers strong earning potential in a fast-paced environment. Apply now to join a team dedicated to high-quality workmanship.

Qualifications

• ATA / NVQ in Vehicle Body Repair.
• Experience as Panel Technician or Panel Beater.
• Background in accident repair and vehicle body repair.
• Able to work independently in a fast-paced bodyshop.
• High attention to detail and quality.

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

Skills

Panel Technician

Panel Beater

Bodyshop Technician

Accident repair

Welding

Education

ATA / NVQ in Vehicle Body Repair

Tools

Jig work

Job description

Job Title: Senior Panel Technician / Panel Beater
Location: Dunfermline
Salary / Hourly Rate: £24 per hour

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 ATA 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. Youll 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 stages
• Ensure 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

Whats 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

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