The Vella Group Repair Centres
Panel Technician
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Panel Technician – Skelmersdale
Salary: Up to £55,000 plus benefits (dependent on qualifications and experience)
About the Role
The Vella Group is a well-known accident repair specialist with over 30 years of experience, dedicated to helping customers safely return their vehicles to the road. As an industry-leading bodyshop chain, we operate 18 sites and are expanding further. Join us as we embrace growth, innovation, and excellence in panel repair technology.
The Panel Technician role involves:
- Accurately executing panel repair/replacement works to satisfy achieving the highest customer satisfaction.
- Detecting, diagnosing, and reporting additional vehicle faults for further attention.
Core Duties & Responsibilities
- Repair work compliance:
- Conduct repairs to prescribed methods and standards, adhering to Thatcham guidelines, insurance policies, manufacturer specifications, and company policy.
- Always perform test welds and retain results until repairs are completed.
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Repair standards & housekeeping:
- Ensure panels are repaired using body filler finished with 180-grit sandpaper.
- Maintain good housekeeping—no hazardous disposal; general waste in designated receptacles.
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Vehicle & part protection:
- Guard vehicles against further damage:
- Keep windows closed (permitting).
- Mask off open apertures.
- Fit seat covers, steering wheel covers, and plastic protective sheets.
- Store reusable parts in boxes, wheeled cages, or vehicles (gift-wrapped to avoid damage).
- Ensure parts are not stored in unsafe locations (e.g., roofs or bonnets).
- Report damaged parts immediately (even if deemed renew or repairable).
- Guard vehicles against further damage:
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Safety & equipment:
- Inspect personal protective equipment (PPE) daily—log fit-for-use certifications weekly.
- Follow full health and safety and Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH) protocols.
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- Specialist adherence:
- Repair work must meet BS 10125 standards.
About You
We are looking for a self-driven, detail-oriented professional:
- Ideally holding:
- IMI/ATA Panel Technician qualification
- Strong bodyshop experience
- Key attributes:
- Incredible work ethic for high-standard repairs.
- Team player, able to multi-task and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
- Unwavering commitment to excellent customer service.
- Full UK driving license strongly recommended.
Benefits
✔ 25 days holiday + bank holidays ✔ Internal and external training programs ✔ Pension scheme and death-in-service insurance ✔ Enhanced maternity and paternity pay ✔ Perkbox – access to exclusive discounts and rewards ✔ MediCash – free healthcare scheme ✔ Role-specific uniform provided
Hour of Work
Monday to Friday 8.5-hour shifts
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