Panel Beater

An excellent opportunity for an experienced Panel Beater / Vehicle Damage Panel Technician to join a well-established company. Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent Salary: £35,000 - £45,000 Per Annum Location: Leicester LE4. Schedule: Monday To Friday 8am- 5pm with an occasional Saturday rota The Company: The company is an accident repair centre based in Leicester, trading since January 2022.They are rated 5.0 out of 5 from 46 Google reviews, reflecting a consistent track record of high-quality body repairs and strong customer service across Leicester and the surrounding area. The company is recruiting for an experienced Panel Beater to join our team on a full-time basis, repairing and restoring damaged vehicle panels to manufacturer standard. Responsibilities: * Repair and restore damaged vehicle panels to original condition, in line with manufacturer and BS 10125 repair standards * Remove dents, scratches and other imperfections from vehicle panels * Use hand and power tools to shape, smooth and finish repaired panels * Assemble and disassemble vehicle parts and trim as needed for panel repair * Weld, braze and bond metal and mixed-material (steel/aluminium) components to repair or replace damaged sections * Work with structural adhesives and modern jointing techniques used on late-model vehicles * Use jig and measuring systems to restore vehicle geometry to manufacturer specification * Identify and flag ADAS sensor locations and calibration requirements ahead of paint and reassembly * Carry out routine equipment repairs and maintenance * Follow all workshop health & safety procedures and guidelines at all times * Liaise with estimators/service advisors and provide excellent customer service Skills & Experience: * Proven experience as a panel beater / vehicle damage panel technician in a Bodyshop environment * Proficient with hand tools, power tools and panel/jig measuring systems (e.g. Celette, Car-O-Liner, Chief or similar) * Strong mechanical knowledge and understanding of modern vehicle construction, including mixed-material bodies * Ability to read and interpret schematics and technical/repair method drawings * Experience with MIG welding, MIG brazing and metal fabrication techniques * High attention to detail and a consistently low rework rate * Physical fitness for heavy lifting and prolonged standing/bending Qualifications: * Level 3 NVQ / IMI Vehicle Damage Panel Technician qualification (Required) * ATA Accreditation (Vehicle Body & Paint) — Required * EV/hybrid repair awareness — desirable * Full UK driving licence — Required Company Benefits: * Company pension * Company events * Sign up Bonus - £ 500 - £1000 * Performance Bonus yearly If you feel that you have the relative skills/attributes to fulfil this role then please apply now for immediate consideration. The employer fully supports Equality in Employment. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit and business need