Bodyshop Panel Beater

Meridian Business Support are delighted to be working with one of the UK’s leading independent accident repair groups to recruit for an Bodyshop Panel Beater in Kettering.

Our client have 30+ sites throughout the UK and have partnered with most major insurance companies and vehicle manufacturers to ensure quality and care are at the forefront.

The role of a Bodyshop Panel Beater is to repair or replace necessary bodywork panels of damaged vehicles according to the instructions received or details on the job card. This may include chassis and framework.

Main Responsibilities:

• Dismantle and repair damaged vehicles by either repairing damaged panels or by replacing those beyond repair. All equipment used, including jigs, fixtures and welding equipment, will be operated as per the instructions, level of qualification and to the prescribed safety standards
• Adhere to the manufacturer’s literature and modification bulletins as appropriate to the repair and replacement of chassis and panel work. Where appropriate attend training courses to enable you to be updated on new techniques and produce development
• Handle all vehicles with due care and attention ensuring that customer care/satisfaction is always maintained, keeping the Company’s tools and equipment safe and in a clean, workable condition
• To be aware of and adhere to all the Housekeeping and Health and Safety regulations and policies applicable to your position and working environment.

Due to the size and complexity of the establishment, you will undertake any other reasonable tasks or duties that are deemed to be within your capability.

The successful candidates would preferably be ATA accredited and have 5 years experience in a similar role.

Pay and Benefits:

From £33,000 to £65,000 (OTE – includes site bonus and is dependable on experience and qualifications)

Hours are 8am – 5pm Monday – Friday, 30-minute lunch break.

• Competitive salary plus team bonus
• 30 days holiday including public holidays, plus additional days with service
• Pension contributions
• Colleague recognition scheme
• Health cash plan: claim back medical costs
• Rewards platform: high street discounts
• Cycle to work scheme

Meridian Business Support is a recruitment specialist acting on behalf of our client as an Employment Agency for this vacancy.

For more information, please contact Kevin in the office on 02380 002315 or kevin.davis@meridianbs.co.uk

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