Panel Beater Required for a Repair Centre in Southampton
Salary DOE in the region of £45-55k basic + Bonus
The Role
Our clien'ts Company has grown significantly over the last few years and with our continued success we are planning on further expansion. Due to this sustained growth we are looking for a passionate dynamic individual who is driven and would love to join our fast-paced team in Southampton.
As a Panel Beater, you will ensure the repair of motor vehicles of all types is carried out to motor manufacturer industry standards or repair methods.
Responsibilities of a Panel Beater will include:
* Strip & refit where necessary including adjustment and panel alignment.
* Report any defects or damage linked to associated job but not down for repair.
* Observe, recognise and report on vehicle structure and paintwork.
* Ensure that vehicles comply with safety standards when returned to customers, or that faults have been reported and noted on the job card.
* Removal and safe storage of vehicle components, fluids and gases as directed by work order.
* Removal and safe disposal of vehicle components and fluids as directed by work order.
* Quality control of all repairs, with final stage sign off.
* Report all faults, defects noticed whilst working on vehicles not apparent before dismantling.
* Take care of equipment, special tools, personal tools and report any faulty equipment to your line manager.
* Actively make sure the repair method is in the job pack and is fully read, understood (e-scribe, manufacturer or other source) and displayed with the vehicle at all times.
* It is also your duty to sign off the QC section of the Repair Inspection sheet at your and other operatives relevant repair stage.
* Ensure seat covers & foot mats are in place on all vehicles being worked on and soft top vehicles are protected.
* Panel alignment and adjacent components.
* Filler repairs & finished correctly in P180 and pinholes are checked.
* Underseal, weld through primers, anti-corrosion measures are complete before next stage.
Skills and experience required as a Panel Beater:
* Previous experience in a similar role
* Motor manufacturer’s qualifications and experience
* Undertake training courses as required
* Driving licence
* Current AOM009 welding certificate or BS equivalent
* Training in mig braze, spot welding, rivet and bonding, high strength and Boron steel awareness.
* Light MET qualification linked to ATA.
* Bonding certification
* Full UK Driving licence.
* Team Player who uses initiative, be flexible and have a can-do attitude.
* Cultural and organisational insight and takes responsibility for own actions.
What's on offer:
Salary of up to £55K per annum
Team Performance Bonus
28 days holiday (including bank holidays)
Length of service awards
Healthcare Cash Plan (including Gym and shopping discounts)
Employee Assistance Programme
Celebration Day (to use as you wish to celebrate a significant day in your life)
Car Insurance discount with LV
Employee Pension
Employee Engagement Budget (money to go out as a team and have fun!)
Access to Mental Health First Aiders
Cycle to Work Scheme
Refer a Friend Scheme
Equipment Purchase Scheme
Life Assurance
Apply now with your full CV to Sharron at WeRecruit Auto quoting job reference ST1712
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Should your skills and experience match what our client is looking for, we will contact you before proceeding with your application, either via phone or e-mail initially. Unfortunately we are unable to contact all applicants due to the volume of applications so if you do not hear from us within 5 working days please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion. If you have relevant industry experience we may store your details for future opportunities