Senior Panel Beater Technician — Weekdays, Modern Workshop

Auto Skills UK; Huntingdon; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary up to £50k

Mon-Fri 08:00–17:00

Full-time, permanent

Modern workshop

Ongoing training

Career progression

Job summary

Auto Skills UK in Huntingdon is looking for an experienced Panel Beater Technician to repair and replace vehicle panels, ensuring all work meets manufacturer specifications and the highest safety standards.

You'll join a modern, well-equipped bodyshop and work Monday to Friday 08:00–17:00, with ongoing training, career progression opportunities, and a supportive team. Salary is up to £50,000 depending on experience, with no weekend work and a focus on quality and efficiency.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Panel Beater, Panel Technician or Accident Repair Technician within an automotive bodyshop.
• Strong knowledge of panel repair, replacement, alignment and structural repair techniques.
• Competent in metal finishing and welding procedures relevant to vehicle body repairs.
• Understanding of manufacturer repair methods and accident repair standards.
• An IMI, City & Guilds (C&G), ATA or similar relevant accident repair qualification would be advantageous.
• Excellent attention to detail and the ability to work efficiently in a busy workshop environment.
• A reliable, professional attitude with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• A full UK driving licence is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Repair, replace and align damaged vehicle panels and bodywork to a high standard.
• Carry out structural repairs, metal finishing and panel realignment where required.
• Use appropriate welding and repair techniques in line with manufacturer procedures.
• Assess vehicle damage and determine suitable repair methods.
• Work closely with MET Technicians, Paint Sprayers, VDAs and Workshop Controllers to maintain an efficient repair process.
• Identify additional damage and communicate findings to the relevant team members.
• Maintain consistently high standards of repair quality, accuracy and productivity.
• Follow manufacturer repair methods, workshop procedures and Health & Safety requirements.

Skills

Panel repair

Panel alignment

Structural repair

Welding techniques

Metal finishing

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Driving licence

Education

IMI / C&G / ATA qualification

Job description

Auto Skills UK in Huntingdon is looking for an experienced Panel Beater Technician to repair and replace vehicle panels, ensuring all work meets manufacturer specifications and the highest safety standards.

You'll join a modern, well-equipped bodyshop and work Monday to Friday 08:00–17:00, with ongoing training, career progression opportunities, and a supportive team. Salary is up to £50,000 depending on experience, with no weekend work and a focus on quality and efficiency.