Senior Panel Beater — Modern Workshop, Mon–Fri, Career Growth

Auto Skills UK; Brackley; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Auto Skills UK in Brackley is seeking an experienced Panel Beater to repair accident-damaged vehicles to high standards within a modern Bodyshop.

You will work Monday to Friday 08:30-17:00, earning up to £40,000 depending on experience, and have opportunities for career progression through ongoing training. A professional team environment, continuous development, and a strong work-life balance await in a well-equipped workshop.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Panel Beater within an automotive accident repair centre or Bodyshop.
• Strong knowledge of modern vehicle body repair techniques.
• Experienced in panel replacement, repair, alignment and structural damage repair.
• Confident using welding equipment and specialist Bodyshop repair tools.
• Ability to follow manufacturer repair methods and technical procedures.
• Excellent attention to detail with a strong commitment to quality.
• Ability to work efficiently to agreed repair times and production deadlines.
• Strong team player with a professional and positive attitude.
• IMI and/or ATA qualifications advantageous but not essential.
• Full UK Driving Licence preferred.

Responsibilities

• Carry out structural and non-structural accident damage repairs to vehicles
• Remove, repair and replace damaged body panels and components
• Carry out panel beating, straightening, reshaping and metalwork repairs
• Complete welding and sectioning repairs in accordance with manufacturer repair methods
• Ensure vehicles are repaired accurately and efficiently to required quality standards
• Work closely with MET Technicians, Paint Technicians, Estimators and Workshop Controllers
• Inspect completed repairs to ensure high standards of workmanship and vehicle safety
• Maintain a clean, safe and professional working environment while following Health & Safety procedures

Skills

Panel Beater experience

Welding equipment

Body repair techniques

Panel replacement/repair

Manufacturer repair methods

Attention to detail

Repair times / deadlines

Team player

UK Driving Licence

IMI/ATA qualifications

Education

IMI/ATA qualifications

Tools

Welding tools

Job description

Auto Skills UK in Brackley is seeking an experienced Panel Beater to repair accident-damaged vehicles to high standards within a modern Bodyshop.

You will work Monday to Friday 08:30-17:00, earning up to £40,000 depending on experience, and have opportunities for career progression through ongoing training. A professional team environment, continuous development, and a strong work-life balance await in a well-equipped workshop.