Panel Beater


Company:	Ess Employment
Salary:	£40,000 - £45,000
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Yate, BS37 4AX
Working pattern:	On-site
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	7 Jul 2026
Closing date:	22 Aug 2026

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Summary

LOCATION: Yate

START DATE: ASAP

PAY: £40,000 - £45,000 per annum

PERMANENT

WORKING HOURS: 8.00am-5.00pm Mon-Fri (42.5 hours)

Yate Office: 01454 310031

E: yate@ess-emp.co.uk

Vacancy – Panel Beater

ESS Employment Ltd are looking to employ a Panel Beater to work with an established client in a modern workshop in Yate. The successful candidate will be responsible for repairing, restoring, and replacing damaged vehicle bodywork to the highest standard, ensuring vehicles are returned to customers in excellent condition.

Duties for the role:

• Carry out high-quality panel repairs and replacements on all makes and models of vehicles.

• Assess vehicle damage accurately and liaise with estimators and workshop staff.

• Use a variety of repair tools, welding equipment, and body alignment technology.

• Work to manufacture standards and insurance company requirements.

• Maintain accurate records of work carried out.

• Ensure all work is completed safely and efficiently, adhering to Health & Safety guidelines.

• Provide excellent customer service.

The successful candidate:

• Proven experience as a Panel Beater in a busy bodyshop environment.

• Strong knowledge of vehicle body repair techniques and tools.

• Ability to repair a wide range of damage, from minor dents to major structural repairs.

• ATA/NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) in Vehicle Body Repair preferred.

• Welding and jig experience essential.

• Good attention to detail and pride in quality workmanship.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Professional and reliable, with a strong work ethic.

• Flexible and adaptable, with a “can-do” attitude.

• Excellent communication skills.

• Committed to delivering outstanding results and customer satisfaction.

The benefits:

• 28-days annual leave

• Competitive salary and overtime opportunities.

• Ongoing training and career development.

• Friendly, supportive, family-run working environment.

• Opportunity to work with a reputable and growing business.

• Modern workshop environment

If this vacancy is of an interest to you, please do not hesitate to apply!

In order to be considered for the role please email your cv at your earliest convenience to Sam Wilmot - sam.wilmot@ess-emp.co.uk

ESS EMPLOYMENT Ltd work with clients and candidates from a range of disciplines and place people in permanent, contract and temporary roles. Many of our candidates and clients come to us by recommendation and we are proud of our personal, professional and friendly approach to recruitment. See our website for more information www.ess-emp.co.uk

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