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Panel Beater
Panel Beater
Are you an experienced Panel Beater wanting to join a growing company?
What We Offer
- Competitive Salary
- Team bonus
- 28 days holiday (including bank holidays)
- Length of service awards
- Healthcare Cash Plan (including Gym and shopping discounts)
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Celebration Day (to use as you wish to celebrate a significant day in your life)
- Car insurance discount with LV
- Employee Pension
- Employee Engagement Budget (money to go out as a team and have fun!)
- Access to Mental Health First Aiders
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Refer a Friend Scheme (earn £1,000 for referring people to join the team)
- More benefits coming soon…
About ABL 1 Touch
ABL 1 Touch are a market-leading vehicle repair business since 1994, working in partnership with insurance companies. ABL 1 Touch prides itself not only in the quality of its work but in providing excellent customer service.
As a Panel Beater, you will ensure the repair of motor vehicles of all types is carried out to motor manufacturer industry standards or repair methods.
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Responsibilities of a Panel Beater
- Strip and refit parts where necessary, ensuring proper panel alignment and adjustments.
- Identify and report any damage not included in the original job scope.
- Assess and report on vehicle structure and paintwork.
- Ensure completed vehicles comply with safety standards.
- Handle the safe removal and storage/disposal of vehicle components, fluids, and gases.
- Complete quality control inspections and sign-offs at each repair stage.
- Follow repair methods (e.g., e-scribe, manufacturer guidance) and ensure they are visible on the job.
- Use protective coverings (seat covers, foot mats) on all vehicles.
- Perform filler repairs to a P180 finish, checking for pinholes.
- Apply underseal, weld-through primers, and anti-corrosion treatments as required.
- Maintain tools and equipment, and report any defects to your line manager.
Skills and Experience Required as a Panel Beater
- Previous experience in a similar role
- Motor manufacturer’s qualifications and experience
- Ability to undertake training courses as required
- Driving licence
- Current AOM009 welding certificate or BS equivalent
- Training in:
- Mig braze
- Spot welding
- Rivet and bonding
- High-strength and Boron steel awareness
- Light MET qualification linked to ATA
- Bonding certification
- Full UK driving licence
- Team player who uses initiative, is flexible and has a can-do attitude
- Cultural and organisational insight and takes responsibility for own actions
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ABL 1 Touch are committed to growing and maintaining a diverse team and an inclusive work environment. We offer a competitive salary, benefits package, and a supportive work environment. Through our commitment to differences in experience and backgrounds, we ensure everyone has the opportunity to thrive at work.
If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact us at workforus@abl1touch.com.
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