Panel Beater

Job Title: Panel Beater
Location: Southampton
Salary: £35,360 Basic
Working Hours: Monday to Friday 8:00am – 4:30pm

Overtime Available

Key Responsibilities:

• Carry out panel beating and vehicle body repairs to a high standard, ensuring work meets or exceeds company expectations.
• Complete repairs in accordance with Thatcham repair methods and manufacturer guidelines.
• Ensure all work is carried out safely, following relevant risk assessments, safe systems of work (SSOW), COSHH and manual handling procedures.
• Maintain high standards of workmanship, quality and efficiency.
• Complete all job-related paperwork accurately and within required timescales.
• Participate in ongoing training and development to maintain skills and meet BSI standards.

Requirements:

• Recognised vehicle body repair qualification.
• Minimum of three years’ post-apprenticeship experience as a Panel Beater.
• Full UK, Irish or EU manual driving licence.
• Strong attention to detail and pride in producing quality workmanship.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Enthusiastic about learning new skills and participating in ongoing training.

What’s On Offer?

• Competitive hourly rate of £15.00 – £16.00, depending on experience.
• Overtime paid at 1.25x.
• 42.5 hours per week.
• 8:00am – 4:30pm working hours.
• Annual salary reviews.
• 25 days annual leave, increasing to 30+ days with service, plus bank holidays.
• An additional day off on your birthday.
• Company pension and life assurance.
• Access to same-day virtual private GP appointments.
• Employee discounts on car hire.
• Cycle to Work scheme.
• Paid volunteering days.
• Ongoing training and career development opportunities.

How to Apply

Interested? For more details or to discuss your next career move, contact Macy at Kemp Recruitment on 07833 490715

Reference: INDMM