Senior Panel Technician – Mon-Fri, Modern Shop, Up to £60k

Auto Skills UK; Leicester Forest East; On-site; GBP 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Weekday hours 08:00-17:00

Full-time, permanent position

Modern workshop environment

Ongoing training & development

Career progression opportunities

No weekend commitments

Job summary

Auto Skills UK is seeking an Experienced Panel Technician in Leicester to perform high-quality panel repairs and cosmetic/bodywork on accident-damaged vehicles, ensuring manufacturer specifications and safety standards are met.

This full-time, permanent role offers a salary up to £60,000 depending on experience, a Monday–Friday 08:00–17:00 schedule, and a modern workshop with ongoing training and clear career progression opportunities.

Join a skilled team in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Panel Beater or Panel Technician in an automotive bodyshop.
• Strong knowledge of panel repair, replacement, alignment and structural repair techniques.
• Confident using tools and equipment for vehicle body repairs.
• Understanding of manufacturer repair methods, safety procedures and industry quality standards.
• Ability to meet repair times without compromising quality.
• Proactive problem-solving with attention to detail.
• IMI and/or ATA qualifications advantageous but not essential.
• Full UK driving licence preferred.

Responsibilities

• Carry out panel repairs, replacement, alignment, and realignment on accident-damaged vehicles.
• Complete structural repairs, metal finishing, and welding where required.
• Assess vehicle damage and determine effective repair methods.
• Follow manufacturer repair procedures and technical specifications.
• Collaborate with MET Technicians, Paint Sprayers, and the bodyshop team to maintain workflow.
• Identify additional damage or repair requirements and communicate to relevant teams.
• Complete repairs within agreed timeframes while maintaining high workmanship.
• Maintain high standards of quality, health and safety, and workshop housekeeping.

Skills

Panel repair

Replacement

Alignment

Structural repair

Tools & equipment handling

Team player

Attention to detail

Tools

UK driving licence

Job description

Auto Skills UK is seeking an Experienced Panel Technician in Leicester to perform high-quality panel repairs and cosmetic/bodywork on accident-damaged vehicles, ensuring manufacturer specifications and safety standards are met.

This full-time, permanent role offers a salary up to £60,000 depending on experience, a Monday–Friday 08:00–17:00 schedule, and a modern workshop with ongoing training and clear career progression opportunities.

Join a skilled team in a supportive environment.