PANEL BEATER / PANEL TECHNICIAN
Location: Swanscombe
Salary: £40,000 - £50,000+ Basic Salary DOE
OTE: £55,000+
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, flexible start time, 45 hours per week + overtime available on Saturdays, 9:00am - 4:00pm
Are you a skilled Panel Beater who wants a working day that fits around you? This role in Swanscombe offers a flexible start time, Monday to Friday, with the option of Saturday overtime when you want to earn more.
If you take pride in quality panel repairs and want to be part of a professional accident repair team, this could be the right next step in your career.
WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?
- Basic Salary: £40,000 - £50,000+ DOE.
- OTE: £55,000+.
- Flexible Start: Choose a start time that suits you, Monday to Friday.
- Saturday Overtime: Available 9:00am - 4:00pm for extra earnings.
- 45 Hours Per Week: A full-time Monday to Friday working pattern.
- Permanent Employment: A full-time, permanent position.
THE ROLE
As a Panel Beater / Panel Technician, you will carry out accident damage panel repairs, returning vehicles to their pre-accident condition using manufacturer-approved methods and to the required quality standards.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Assessing accident damage and deciding on the most effective repair method.
- Repairing damaged panels using traditional panel beating and modern repair techniques.
- Removing, replacing and aligning bolt-on and welded panels.
- Carrying out MIG/MAG and spot welding where required.
- Preparing repaired areas to a high standard ready for the paint shop.
- Following manufacturer repair methods and health and safety procedures.
- Working with MET Technicians, Painters and the Workshop Controller to keep repairs on schedule.
- Maintaining high standards of workmanship, accuracy and attention to detail.
ABOUT YOU
- Previous experience as a Panel Beater or Panel Technician within an accident repair centre or Bodyshop.
- Recognised apprenticeship or Level 3 qualification in Vehicle Accident Repair Body (NVQ / IMI / SVQ / VRQ / ATA or equivalent).
- Competent welding skills, including MIG/MAG and spot welding.
- Good understanding of manufacturer repair methods and safe working practices.
- Able to work accurately and maintain high standards of workmanship.
- A reliable, organised approach and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
APPLY TODAY
If you are a skilled Panel Beater or Panel Technician looking for a role in Swanscombe with a flexible start and the option to earn more through Saturday overtime, we would like to hear from you.
For more information or to apply, contact Chris at AutoSkills UK and quote job number 55115.
Right to Work: Candidates must have the right to work in the UK. Proof of eligibility will be required prior to employment
