Panel Beater

Job Role

We are looking for an experienced Panel Beater to join our busy, insurance-approved bodyshop.

The main job is to repair damaged vehicles and panels to a high standard, making sure the vehicle is repaired safely and correctly.

You will need to work well with the rest of the team and help in other areas of the bodyshop when needed.

Main Duties

• Repair damaged vehicle panels and bodywork.
• Remove damaged panels and fit new panels when required.
• Repair and straighten damaged panels.
• Carry out welding and other repairs when required.
• Make sure panels are correctly fitted and have the correct gaps and alignment.
• Repair vehicles in line with job cards and repair instructions.
• Check your own work and make sure it is finished to a high standard.
• Take clear photographs of all stages of your work as required.
• Make sure photographs are taken at the correct stages and clearly show the work completed.
• Tell your manager about any extra damage or problems found during the repair.
• Work closely with paint preppers, painters, mechanics and other members of the bodyshop team.
• Keep your work area clean, tidy and safe.
• Look after tools and equipment.
• Follow all health and safety rules.
• Wear the correct PPE when required.
• Work to the required repair times without lowering the quality of your work.
• Help in other departments when required.

Requirements

• Previous experience as a Panel Beater is required.
• Good knowledge of vehicle body repairs.
• Good attention to detail.
• Takes pride in their work.
• Able to work to a high standard.
• Able to work well as part of a team.
• Reliable and punctual.
• Able to follow instructions and repair procedures.
• Must be able to speak and read basic English so that you can understand work instructions, safety information and job cards.
• Must be able to use a phone or tablet to take photographs of your work.
• Willing to help other departments when required.
• Able to work in a busy bodyshop.

What We Expect

We expect all repairs to be completed to a high standard. As an insurance-approved bodyshop, all vehicles must be repaired correctly and safely and must meet the required repair standards.

You must take pride in your work and make sure the vehicle is properly repaired before it moves to the next stage.

You must also take the required photographs throughout the repair to provide a clear record of the work completed.

We are looking for someone who is hardworking, reliable, takes pride in their work and wants to do a good job every time.

Pay: £31,200.00-£52,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person