Job Title: Panel Beater
Salary: £54,600 per annum (£21 per hour) with an increase on completion of 6 month probation
Location: Swindon, Wiltshire
Hours: 7am – 5pm Monday to Friday and 1 in 2 Saturday mornings depending on business needs.
Our client is one of the industry leading UK-based accident repair groups, with 38 established accident repair centres across the UK.
They are looking for a Panel Beater to join their Accident Repair Centre in Swindon. You will be responsible for carefully repairing damaged vehicles to their original condition, delivering high-quality results that meet our insurers’ rigorous standards. With a keen eye for detail and a strong understanding of vehicle repair, you will work efficiently in a modern fast-paced clean environment, collaborating as a team player and consistently meeting tight deadlines.
Take a look at what you will be doing here!
Our client is creating the next generation of repair centres, driven by a passion for service, quality, and customer focus, and they want you to be a part of it!
This role will include, but is not limited to:
* Perform panel repair and replacement to the highest standard.
* Demonstrate confidence in MET skills, such as rebuilding doors and fitting front panels and other vehicle components using the correct tools and equipment.
* Weld and bond replacement panels and components securely.
* Apply fillers and sealants to smooth surfaces and prepare them for painting.
* Always maintain a clean and organized workplace.
* Ensure all equipment and tools are used in accordance with safety requirements and maintained to a high standard.
* Adhere to all safety protocols, including proper use of PPE, to prevent accidents.
* Follow company procedures, policies, practices, and management instructions.
* Maintain a positive and enthusiastic attitude throughout the workday.
What are we looking for?
* Proven experience as a vehicle panel beater in an automotive repair environment.
* Confident in repairing Hybrid and EV vehicles using appropriate methods.
* In-depth knowledge of all aspects of vehicle repair.
* Self-motivated, enthusiastic, and highly organized with a strong attention to detail.
* Collaborative team player, eager to support colleagues.
* Capable of completing tasks from start to finish within set timeframes and to a high standard.
* Able to work effectively under pressure and manage high volumes of work.
Company Benefits:
o Employee assistance programme for you and your family
o Health and wellbeing apps
o Gym discounts
o Retail and restaurant discount and cashback
o Life Insurance
o Virtual GP
o Enhanced family friendly pay such as maternity and paternity
o Free fruit and pizza
o Refer a friend bonus incentive
o Employee recognition rewards
o Team Event Budget (do something fun together!)
o Discounted LV insurance
o Get appreciated for your time with paid breaks
o 25 days holiday plus public holidays
o Pension contributions
o Work within a modern and clean working environment
To apply for this role please submit your full and up to date CV to Jonathan at Pybus Recruitment on email: or call 0191 8237799
Requirements
* Proven experience as a vehicle panel beater in an automotive repair environment.
* Confident in repairing Hybrid and EV vehicles using appropriate methods.
* In-depth knowledge of all aspects of vehicle repair.
* Self-motivated, enthusiastic, and highly organized with a strong attention to detail.
* Collaborative team player, eager to support colleagues.
* Capable of completing tasks from start to finish within set timeframes and to a high standard.
* Able to work effectively under pressure and manage high volumes of work.
Benefits
o Employee assistance programme for you and your family
o Health and wellbeing apps
o Gym discounts
o Retail and restaurant discount and cashback
o Life Insurance
o Virtual GP
o Enhanced family friendly pay such as maternity and paternity
o Free fruit and pizza
o Refer a friend bonus incentive
o Employee recognition rewards
o Team Event Budget (do something fun together!)
o Discounted LV insurance
o Get appreciated for your time with paid breaks
o 25 days holiday plus public holidays
o Pension contributions
o Work within a modern and clean working environment