Job Title: Panel Technician / Panel Beater Location: Guildford Salary / Hourly Rate: £22 - £24 Per Hour Dependant on Qualifications and Experience

Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

About the Role

Our client, a leading business within the automotive accident repair and bodyshop sector, is looking for an experienced Panel Technician / Panel Beater to join their busy workshop.

This role suits a skilled bodyshop technician with a background in vehicle repair, accident damage, and automotive body restoration. You’ll be working on a range of vehicles carrying out high-quality crash repairs and ensuring vehicles are returned to pre-accident condition.

With a consistent flow of work and an uncapped bonus structure, this is an excellent opportunity for a panel beater or panel technician to maximise earnings.

Key Responsibilities

* Carry out panel repairs and panel replacements on a variety of vehicles

* Complete automotive body repairs including crash repair and vehicle restoration

* Repair or replace full panels and quarter panels

* Undertake welding, jig work, and structural repairs

* Complete jobs from strip down through to final repair stages

* Ensure all bodyshop repairs meet manufacturer standards

* Maintain accurate job records and support workshop productivity

About You

* Experienced Panel Technician, Panel Beater, or Bodyshop Technician

* Strong background in accident repair, crash repair, and vehicle body repair

* Skilled in welding, jig work, and panel replacement

* Able to work independently in a fast-paced bodyshop environment

* High attention to detail and quality

* ATA / NVQ in Vehicle Body Repair (desirable but not essential)

What’s on Offer

* Competitive salary / hourly rate with uncapped bonus

* High-volume work for strong earning potential

* 23 days holiday + bank holidays + birthday off

* Company pension and life assurance

* Health and wellbeing support (including GP access, dental and health plans)

* Retail discounts and cashback schemes

* Discounted gym memberships

* Vehicle leasing schemes

* Financial wellbeing support

Why Join?

* Established and growing automotive repair business

* Investment in EV, training, and modern bodyshop facilities

* Clear progression opportunities

* Stable, long-term career

* Supportive workshop environment