Vehicle Panel Beater in Caldicot

Tru Talent; Caldicot; On-site; GBP 49,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Achievable Bonus

Flexible Start times

Additional Training

Job summary

Tru Talent is seeking a skilled Panel Beater / Panel Technician for our busy body shop in Caldicot. You will repair damaged vehicles to manufacturers specifications using the latest equipment and techniques, working in a fast-paced team environment.

Applicants should have an apprenticeship as a Panel Beater and hold a technical qualification (NVQ/VCQ/SVQ/ATA). A strong team player with attention to detail is essential for delivering high-quality repairs.

Qualifications

• Apprenticeship completed in panel beating or car body repair.
• Technical qualification such as NVQ/VCQ/SVQ/ATA or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Work efficiently in a fast-paced accident repair centre
• Follow the correct repair techniques and produce work in line with factory specifications and customer satisfaction
• Remove damaged panels and parts, and repair or replace them
• Use welding equipment, hand tools, and power tools to reshape and fit panels
• Smooth out dents and small imperfections using fillers and sanders
• Align body parts for assembly and fit
• Work collaboratively with other team members to ensure timely completion of repairs
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment
• Keep up-to-date with industry standards and techniques

Skills

Panel Beater

Team player

Education

Recognised apprenticeship in Panel Beater/Panel Technician/Car Body Repair Technician

NVQ/VCQ/SVQ/ATA qualification

Job description

Panel Beater
Location: Caldicot
Annual Salary: Up to £54,000
Hours: 42.5 Hour Working Week
Extras: Achievable Bonus, Flexible Start times, Additional Training and more

Our client is looking for a talented and efficient Panel Beater / Panel Technician with a valid ATA or NVQ equivalent to join this leading team. You will be repairing damaged vehicles in line with the manufacturers specifications within a state-of-the-art Bodyshop, utilising modern equipment and techniques.

Responsibilities for Panel Beater / Panel Technician / Car Body Repair Technician:

• Work efficiently in a fast-paced accident repair centre
• Follow the correct repair techniques and produce work in line with factory specifications and customer satisfaction
• Remove damaged panels and parts, and repair or replace them
• Use welding equipment, hand tools, and power tools to reshape and fit panels
• Smooth out dents and small imperfections using fillers and sanders
• Align body parts for assembly and fit
• Work collaboratively with other team members to ensure timely completion of repairs
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment
• Keep up-to-date with industry standards and techniques

Skills and Qualifications for Panel Beater / Panel Technician / Car Body Repair Technician:

• You will have served a recognised apprenticeship as a Panel Beater / Panel Technician / Car Body Repair Technician and gained a technical qualification (such as NVQ / VCQ / SVQ / ATA)
• You must have previous experience working as a Panel Beater / Panel Technician / Car Body Repair Technician within a busy body shop and be a strong team player with a self-motivation to earn bonus hours
• You will work to the highest standard and demonstrate a sound up-to-date knowledge of vehicle repair techniques with both heavy and minor crash repair