Panel Beater

We are recruiting an experienced Panel Beater to join our busy accident repair centre in Preston. This is an excellent Panel Beater opportunity to develop your career within a well-established bodyshop committed to high-quality repairs, professional development and outstanding customer service.

• Competitive, negotiable salary based on experience
• Achievable bonus scheme with £50,000 OTE
• Company pension scheme
• Free on-site parking
• Brand-specific training and development opportunities
• Supportive working environment
• 39-hour working week, Monday to Thursday 08:30 to 17:00 and Friday 08:30 to 16:00

• As a Panel Beater, you will carry out high-quality accident repair work on a variety of makes and models.
• Repair and maintain vehicles in line with manufacturer guidelines and company standards.
• Diagnose repair requirements and identify any additional work needed.
• Liaise effectively with the parts and estimating teams.
• Complete quality control checks to ensure all repairs meet the required standards.
• Work efficiently while maintaining excellent attention to detail.
• Communicate professionally with colleagues to support an efficient repair process.
• Ensure all work is completed safely, accurately and within agreed timescales.

• Proven experience working as a Panel Beater within a busy bodyshop or accident repair environment.
• ATA qualification would be beneficial.
• Strong knowledge of vehicle repair techniques and bodyshop procedures.
• The successful Panel Beater will be confident identifying additional repair requirements.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to quality.
• Good communication skills and a professional approach.
• Experience working to manufacturer standards would be advantageous.