Panel Beater Required for Multi Manufacturer Accredited Bodyshop
1. Panel Beater – Structural Repairs -
2. Basic Salary Circa £45,000 + Uncapped Bonus (£55,000 - £60,000 OTE +)
3. Monday – Friday, 08:00 – 17:00 (45-minute break)
4. Multi Manufacturer Accredited Bodyshop
Our Client is a leading Bodyshop committed to delivering high-quality repair services with excellent customer care. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced VDA to work in a professional and supportive environment, using the latest technology and methods to ensure efficient and accurate assessments.
Join a well-established and highly respected independent body shop in Biddenden, Kent. This is a rare opportunity to join a small, close-knit team of skilled professionals in a business that values expertise and stability.
The outgoing Panel Beater has been with the company for 30 years, a testament to the positive working environment and job security on offer. With a strong order book well into April, you’ll be joining a business that’s thriving.
What’s in it for you as a Panel Beater:
5. Highly competitive salary – £45,000 basic + uncapped bonus (earn £55,000 - £60,000+ with high efficiency)
6. Stable and supportive workplace – team of 15, including 8 in the workshop
7. Manufacturer training opportunities – option to gain VW accreditation
8. No ATA qualification required – experience and ability valued over paperwork
9. Access to cutting-edge structural repair techniques
You’ll be responsible for high-quality structural repairs, using the latest techniques to restore vehicles to manufacturer standards along with:
10. Measuring, anchoring, and pulling to restore vehicle integrity
11. Working with high-strength steels, aluminium, and composites
12. Understanding OEM repair procedures to determine the correct approach
13. Replacing or repairing structural panels, chassis components, and key safety structures
14. Ensuring vehicles are returned to factory specifications and crashworthiness
What we’re looking for in a Panel Beater:
15. Experienced Panel Beater with a strong background in structural repairs
16. Skilled in measuring, anchoring, and pulling techniques
17. Knowledgeable in modern vehicle materials and their repair challenges
18. Able to follow OEM guidelines and manufacturer repair processes
19. A team player, ready to contribute to a well-established, high-performing workshop
About the Business:
20. Industry-leading independent body shop
21. Director is on the Board of the National Body Repairers Association (NBRA)
22. Reputation for quality and stability – trusted by customers and insurers
23. Consistently busy – strong workload, already booking into April
If you’re an experienced Panel Beater looking to join a stable, well-regarded business where your skills are valued, apply today!
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If this role interests you would like to know more about it and other positions within Kent please contact Martin Bane at Perfect Placement.
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