Panel Beater


Company:	autoskills-uk
Salary:	£40,000 to £60,000 a year
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	SO40 3WX
Working pattern:	On-site
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	4 Sept 2026
Closing date:	4 Oct 2026

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Summary

PANEL BEATER / PANEL TECHNICIAN

Location: Southampton

Salary: OTE up to £60,000

Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm

Looking for a Panel Beater role where your skills are rewarded with strong earning potential, regular overtime, and a Monday to Friday working week?

If you're an experienced Panel Beater / Panel Technician looking for your next career move, this is an excellent opportunity to secure a strong basic salary of £40,000 - £54,000 DOE, with overtime and a Time Saved Bonus providing the opportunity to increase your overall earnings up to £60,000.

Working Monday to Friday from 8:00am to 5:00pm, you'll benefit from a structured working pattern while being rewarded for efficient, high-quality workmanship. If you're looking for a permanent role where your technical ability can directly contribute to your earning potential, this could be an excellent next step.

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?

·OTE up to £60,000

·Basic Salary of £40,000 - £54,000 DOE

·Overtime available

·Time Saved Bonus

·Monday to Friday working pattern

·8:00am - 5:00pm working hours

·Full-time, permanent employment

·Strong earning potential

THE ROLE

As a Panel Beater / Panel Technician, you'll be responsible for repairing accident-damaged vehicles, using your technical skills and experience to deliver high-quality repairs efficiently and safely.

Key responsibilities include:

·Carrying out structural and cosmetic repairs to accident-damaged vehicles.

·Removing, repairing and refitting damaged body panels and components.

·Completing panel replacement, alignment and adjustment work.

·Assessing vehicle damage and determining appropriate repair methods.

·Using specialist body repair tools and equipment safely and effectively.

·Completing repairs efficiently while maintaining consistently high standards of workmanship.

·Working closely with other Bodyshop technicians to maintain an efficient repair process.

·Following relevant quality, safety and workshop procedures.

ABOUT YOU

This opportunity would suit an experienced Panel Beater / Panel Technician / Vehicle Body Repair Technician who takes pride in their workmanship and wants the opportunity to maximise their earnings.

You'll ideally have:

·Recognised apprenticeship or Level 3 qualification in Vehicle Body Repair (NVQ / IMI / SVQ / ATA), with ongoing commitment to continuous professional development.

·Previous experience as a Panel Beater, Panel Technician or Vehicle Body Repair Technician.

·Strong knowledge of modern vehicle body repair methods and techniques.

·Experience repairing accident-damaged vehicles to a high standard.

·Ability to work efficiently while maintaining excellent repair quality.

·Strong attention to detail and pride in delivering quality workmanship.

·Reliable, professional and team-focused approach.

·A full UK driving licence.

APPLY TODAY

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Panel Beater / Panel Technician offering a basic salary of £40,000 - £54,000 DOE, OTE up to £60,000, overtime, and a time saved bonus structure, with a consistent Monday to Friday working pattern.

If you're looking for your next challenge in Southampton and want a role where your skills, efficiency and workmanship can be rewarded, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today for immediate consideration. Contact Chris at AutoSkills UK and quote job number 54674.

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