*Panel Beater / Spray Painter Join Our Family-Run Auto Body Shop* *Location: Wallsend, Newcastle Upon Tyne*
If your skills, experience, and qualifications match those in this job overview, do not delay your application.
Were a small, family-run auto body shop looking for a skilled Panel Beater with spray painter experience to come and run a garage with us.
We need someone hands-on who can repair, spray, lead, and take real ownership of the work going out the door.
*The Role*
*Bodywork & Spraying* - Carry out panel beating, panel replacement, and structural repairs to a high standard - Lead all spraying work: automotive refinishing, colour matching, and final finishing - Operate and maintain spray guns, booths, compressors, and drying equipment - Deliver paint jobs that meet customer specs
*Workshop Leadership* - Supervise and train junior staff and apprentices- Plan daily jobs, manage materials, and keep work flowing to hit customer deadlines - Keep health and safety front and centre for the whole team - Maintain a clean, tidy, efficient workshop
*Customer & Business Support* - Talk directly with customers about repairs, finishes, and timeframes - Help with estimates, bookings, and job cards - Keep an eye on paint and material usage, flag issues, and spot ways to improve speed or reduce waste
*What Were Looking For*
- Proven experience in panel beating and spray painting - Solid knowledge of water-based and solvent paint systems - Good colour matching skills and attention to finish detail - Strong communication skills, including phone work - Reliable, tidy, proud of your work, and able to lead by example
Experience with quotes, job cards, or basic workshop admin is a bonus.
*Why Work With Us* Were small, family run business so youll have real input on how the workshop runs and how we grow. Youll get ownership of the work, direct contact with customers, and a say in improving how we do things. Pay is competitive, and were looking for someone who wants a long-term role in a proper team.
*Hours & Pay* Monday to Friday, 8am to 5pm. Some overtime in busy periods. xsngvjr Salary: NegotiableLocation: Wallsend, Newcastle Upon Tyne
If youre a panel beater who can spray and can run a shop floor, wed like to meet you. Send us your details and well arrange an interview.