Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Salary: £35,000 - £45,000 Per Annum
Location: Leicester LE4.
Schedule: Monday To Friday 8am- 5pm with an occasional Saturday rota
The Company:
The company is an accident repair centre based in Leicester, trading since January 2022.They are rated 5.0 out of 5 from 46 Google reviews, reflecting a consistent track record of high-quality body repairs and strong customer service across Leicester and the surrounding area.
The company is recruiting for an experienced Panel Beater to join our team on a full-time basis, repairing and restoring damaged vehicle panels to manufacturer standard.
Responsibilities:
* Repair and restore damaged vehicle panels to original condition, in line with manufacturer and BS 10125 repair standards
* Remove dents, scratches and other imperfections from vehicle panels
* Use hand and power tools to shape, smooth and finish repaired panels
* Assemble and disassemble vehicle parts and trim as needed for panel repair
* Weld, braze and bond metal and mixed-material (steel/aluminium) components to repair or replace damaged sections
* Work with structural adhesives and modern jointing techniques used on late-model vehicles
* Use jig and measuring systems to restore vehicle geometry to manufacturer specification
* Identify and flag ADAS sensor locations and calibration requirements ahead of paint and reassembly
* Carry out routine equipment repairs and maintenance
* Follow all workshop health & safety procedures and guidelines at all times
* Liaise with estimators/service advisors and provide excellent customer service
Skills & Experience:
* Proven experience as a panel beater / vehicle damage panel technician in a Bodyshop environment
* Proficient with hand tools, power tools and panel/jig measuring systems (e.g. Celette, Car-O-Liner, Chief or similar)
* Strong mechanical knowledge and understanding of modern vehicle construction, including mixed-material bodies
* Ability to read and interpret schematics and technical/repair method drawings
* Experience with MIG welding, MIG brazing and metal fabrication techniques
* High attention to detail and a consistently low rework rate
* Physical fitness for heavy lifting and prolonged standing/bending
Qualifications:
* Level 3 NVQ / IMI Vehicle Damage Panel Technician qualification (Required)
* ATA Accreditation (Vehicle Body & Paint) — Required
* EV/hybrid repair awareness — desirable
* Full UK driving licence — Required
Company Benefits:
* Company pension
* Company events
* Sign up Bonus - £ 500 - £1000
* Performance Bonus yearly
If you feel that you have the relative skills/attributes to fulfil this role then please apply now for immediate consideration.
The employer fully supports Equality in Employment. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit and business need
Salary description
£35000.00 - £45000.00 per year