Panel Beater

Location: Eastleigh
Salary: £50,000 - £55,000 DOE
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Looking for a role where your skills are recognised, your earning potential reflects your experience, and you can enjoy a great work-life balance?

If you're an experienced Panel Beater or Panel Technician looking for a stable, well-paid position with consistent weekday hours, this could be the opportunity you've been waiting for. Join a modern accident repair centre where quality workmanship is valued, the workload is steady, and your contribution is genuinely appreciated.

This is an opportunity to become part of a professional and supportive team that invests in its people. With excellent earning potential, a well-equipped workshop, and genuine long-term career prospects, you'll have everything you need to continue developing your career in the automotive repair industry.

What's in It for You?
·Competitive basic salary of £50,000 - £55,000 DOE
·Monday to Friday working pattern
·Occasional Saturday mornings depending on business needs
·Stable, full-time permanent position
·Modern workshop with professional equipment
·Ongoing training and development opportunities
·Long-term career progression
·Supportive and experienced team environment

The Role
As a Panel Beater / Panel Technician, you'll be responsible for restoring accident-damaged vehicles to manufacturer standards, ensuring every repair is completed safely, efficiently, and to the highest quality.

Your responsibilities will include:
·Repairing and replacing damaged vehicle panels using approved repair methods.
·Carrying out chassis and body alignment work where required.
·Removing and refitting body panels and associated components.
·Ensuring all repairs meet manufacturer and industry quality standards.
·Working closely with Paint Technicians, MET Technicians, and workshop colleagues to maintain an efficient repair process.
·Maintaining a clean, organised, and safe working environment.
·Accurately recording completed work and reporting any additional damage identified during repairs.

About You
We're looking for an experienced Panel Beater / Panel Technician who takes pride in producing high-quality repairs and enjoys working as part of a professional team.

You will ideally have:
·Previous experience as a Panel Beater, Panel Technician, Body Repair Technician, or Bodyshop Technician.
·A recognised apprenticeship or Level 3 qualification in Vehicle Body Repair (NVQ/IMI/SVQ/ATA), with ongoing commitment to continuous professional development.
·Experience working within a Bodyshop, accident repair centre, or commercial vehicle environment.
·Strong knowledge of modern vehicle repair techniques and manufacturer repair methods.
·The ability to work efficiently without compromising on quality.
·Excellent attention to detail and a positive, team-focused attitude.
·A full UK driving licence.

Apply Today
This is an excellent opportunity to join a successful and established repair centre offering excellent earning potential, long-term stability, and a supportive working environment.

If you're an experienced Panel Beater or Panel Technician looking for your next career move, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today for immediate consideration.  Contact Chris at AutoSkills UK and quote job number 54371.