Panel Technician

PANEL TECHNICIAN

Location:

Daventry

This role involves accurately and skillfully carrying out panel repair and replacement on vehicles to customer satisfaction while detecting and diagnosing additional faults for further repair.

• Carry out repair operations to prescribed methods and standards.
• Work to times and standards as dictated by Thatcham, insurance company guidelines, manufacturer standards, and company policy.
• When welding, perform a test weld and retain results until repairs are complete.
• Repaint repaired areas using body filler finished with 180‑grade production paper.
• Maintain an accurate and comprehensive list of additional parts required and communicate findings to relevant departments.
• Practice good housekeeping: panels removed are not left in hazardous positions; general waste is disposed of in provided receptacles.
• Ensure the vehicle is protected from further damage, including masking openings and using protective covers during all stages of repair.
• Store reusable parts in designated boxes or wheeled cages to prevent damage; small parts may be stored in the vehicle in suitable receptacles.
• Report damaged parts to the Estimator and Production Manager immediately.
• Check all PPE daily; sign a fit‑for‑use log weekly.
• Familiarise yourself with Health & Safety and COSHH requirements related to your role.
• Carry out repairs to BS 10125 standards.
• Secure lids on paint and thinner containers when not in use and prevent parts from being stored on the roof or bonnet.

• IMI/ATA qualified Panel Technician with strong bodyshop experience.
• Strong work ethic providing the best quality service.
• Team‑player capable of working in a fast‑paced environment and multitasking.
• Committed to delivering excellent customer service.
• Full UK driving licence.

• 33 days of annual leave, including bank holidays.
• Internal and external training opportunities.
• Company pension scheme and death‑in‑service insurance.
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay.
• Access to hundreds of exclusive discounts and rewards through Perkbox.
• Free healthcare scheme via Medi Cash.
• Company uniform provided.

• 8.5‑hour shift, Monday‑Friday.

• Driving licence (required).

• In person.