Panel Technician | Career Growth in Modern Bodyshop

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Long-term opportunity

Ongoing training

Modern facilities

Career progression

Job summary

HP4 Recruitment Ltd is recruiting for a Panel Technician in Ipswich to join a well-established automotive bodyshop. The role focuses on repairing and restoring vehicle bodywork after accidents, aiming to return vehicles to pre-accident condition.

We offer competitive hourly rates (£20-£24), Monday to Friday, full-time permanent employment, ongoing training, modern facilities and long-term career development within a professional bodyshop environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Panel Technician / Panel Beater / Body Repair Technician
• Strong knowledge of vehicle body repair techniques
• Experience repairing accident-damaged vehicles
• Good understanding of vehicle structures and repair methods
• Ability to work to high standards of quality and efficiency
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Full UK Driving Licence

Responsibilities

• Carry out high-quality panel repairs on a range of vehicles
• Assess accident damage and determine the appropriate repair methods
• Repair, replace and align damaged body panels
• Carry out welding and structural repairs where required
• Use specialist bodyshop tools and equipment safely and effectively
• Ensure panels are correctly aligned and fitted
• Work closely with MET Technicians and Paint Technicians throughout the repair process
• Complete repairs in line with manufacturer and industry standards
• Accurately complete job cards and repair documentation
• Maintain a clean, safe and organised working environment

Skills

Panel repair techniques

Vehicle body repair

Welding

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Independent working

Education

Bodyshop qualifications

Job description

HP4 Recruitment Ltd is recruiting for a Panel Technician in Ipswich to join a well-established automotive bodyshop. The role focuses on repairing and restoring vehicle bodywork after accidents, aiming to return vehicles to pre-accident condition.

We offer competitive hourly rates (£20-£24), Monday to Friday, full-time permanent employment, ongoing training, modern facilities and long-term career development within a professional bodyshop environment.