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Panel Beater

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United Kingdomfull_timeVerifiedPosted 26 Oct 2026
💰 £50,000/yr(£35,000/yr – £50,000/yr)

About the role

We are recruiting for an experienced Panel Beater, Automotive Panel Technician or Bodyshop Panel Beater to join an established accident repair centre in Truro. Applicants must have previous panel beating experience within a bodyshop or accident repair environment, be confident carrying out their own repairs, hold relevant ATA or NVQ accreditation and possess a Full UK Driving Licence.

Location: Truro, Cornwall
Salary: £35,000 Basic
OTE: Up to £50,000
Hours: Monday to Friday, 40 Hours Per Week – No Weekends
Job Type: Full Time

Why Apply?

£50,000 OTE
Monday to Friday – No Weekends
£35,000 Basic Salary
Company Pension Scheme
Employee Assistance Programme
Established Accident Repair CentrePanel Beater Role

Carry out vehicle panel repairs to manufacturer standards
Repair and replace damaged vehicle panels and bodywork
Remove and refit mechanical, electrical and trim (MET) components
Assess vehicle damage and identify additional repair requirements
Use appropriate panel repair techniques and equipment
Complete repairs efficiently to meet workshop productivity targets
Maintain high standards of workmanship, quality and Health & SafetyPanel Beater Requirements

Previous experience as a Panel Beater, Panel Technician or Bodyshop Panel Beater within an accident repair centre
Ability to carry out your own MET removal and refitting work
ATA accreditation or relevant NVQ qualification in vehicle body repair
Strong knowledge of modern vehicle construction and panel repair techniques
Ability to repair and replace damaged panels to a high standard
Good attention to detail and ability to work efficiently
Full UK Driving LicenceHow to Apply?
If you're interested in this Panel Beater vacancy in Truro, please submit your CV and one of our consultants will contact you.

All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.

Consultant: Jack Adams - Octane Recruitment
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Octane Recruitment is one of the UK's leading Automotive and Motor Trade recruitment agencies. We recruit across the UK for main dealerships, independent garages, bodyshops, fleet operators, HGV companies, manufacturers, engineering businesses and head office functions, placing permanent, temporary and contract staff.

If this Panel Beater role isn't quite right, we also recruit for similar positions including Panel Technician, Bodyshop Panel Beater, Automotive Panel Technician, Vehicle Body Repair Technician, MET Technician, Bodyshop Technician, Paint Technician and Vehicle Damage Assessor roles across the UK

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