Panel Beater - Multi Skilled

  • Auto Skills UK
  • Ipswich, Suffolk
  • Aug 24, 2026
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Job Description

EXPERIENCED PANEL TECHNICIAN
Location: Ipswich
Salary: From £45,000 Depending on Experience
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Hours: Monday - Friday - 08:30 - 17:00

Looking for a role where your panel beating skills are recognised, your earning potential is rewarded, and your experience is genuinely valued?

If you're an experienced Panel Technician looking for your next opportunity, this is a fantastic chance to join a professional accident repair centre where quality workmanship and technical ability are at the heart of the business.

Offering a competitive salary from £45,000 depending on experience, you'll be joining a modern and supportive working environment where you can continue to develop your career while working alongside an experienced bodyshop team. Enjoy a Monday to Friday working pattern with no weekend commitments, providing an excellent work-life balance alongside long-term career stability.

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?
Competitive Salary - From £45,000 DOE
Monday to Friday Working Pattern
08:30am - 5:00pm
Full-Time, Permanent Position
No Weekend Working
Modern Bodyshop Environment
Ongoing Training & Development
Career Progression Opportunities
Supportive and Experienced Team

THE ROLE
As an Experienced Panel Technician, you will be responsible for repairing accident-damaged vehicles to a high standard, ensuring all work is completed safely, efficiently and in accordance with manufacturer repair methods.

You'll work as part of a skilled bodyshop team, carrying out structural and cosmetic panel repairs while maintaining excellent standards of workmanship, productivity and attention to detail.

Key Responsibilities:
Assess and repair damaged vehicle panels using appropriate repair techniques
Carry out panel replacement, alignment and structural repairs where required
Undertake dent removal, welding and panel straightening to a high standard
Use specialist bodyshop equipment and repair tools safely and effectively
Work closely with MET Technicians, Paint Technicians and Workshop Controllers
Ensure all repairs are completed within agreed production times
Inspect completed work to ensure repairs meet required quality standards
Maintain a clean, safe and professional working environment in line with Health & Safety requirements

ABOUT YOU
We're looking for an experienced and quality-focused Panel Technician with a strong background within automotive accident repair.

Proven experience as a Panel Beater / Panel Technician within an accident repair bodyshop
Strong knowledge of vehicle body repair and accident damage repair techniques
Experience with panel replacement, straightening, welding and alignment
Ability to work accurately to manufacturer repair methods and specifications
Strong attention to detail with a commitment to quality workmanship
Ability to work efficiently within a fast-paced production environment
Good understanding of modern vehicle construction and repair techniques
Conscientious, reliable and professionally presented
Strong team player with a positive and professional attitude
IMI / ATA qualifications advantageous
Full UK Driving Licence preferred

Alternative Job Titles:
Panel Technician / Panel Beater / Vehicle Body Repair Technician / Accident Repair Technician / Automotive Panel Technician / Vehicle Panel Beater / Bodyshop Technician / Senior Panel Technician / Car Body Repair Technician / Accident Repair Panel Beater

APPLY TODAY
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Panel Technician to join a professional accident repair business offering a competitive salary from £45,000 depending on experience, a Monday to Friday working pattern and genuine long-term career stability.

If you're looking for a role where your technical ability, craftsmanship and experience will be recognised and rewarded within a supportive and modern bodyshop environment, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now for immediate consideration.

Contact UK - Job Reference - 54582