Panel Beater

Chester Bodyshop Deeside

Contract Type: Permanent, Full-Time

Hours: (42) Monday to Friday 08:00 - 17:00 

Salary: Basic up to £46,000 per annum (depending on qualifications) 

Lookers Chester Bodyshop is recruiting for an experienced Panel Beater to play a vital role within our Service team. Working within a state-of-the-art bodyshop, you will be tasked with repairing damaged vehicle panels in line with manufacturer’s specifications, headed up by our fantastic management team.

You will receive training and guidance from the best whilst working alongside a growing team of talented Bodyshop technicians!

This role would suit somebody with an accident/cosmetic repair background, so this certainly is a great opportunity to develop your skills within Cosmetic repair. We pride ourselves on our reputation for delivering the highest quality of service to all our customers and with ambitious plans. At Lookers, we want you to be part of our success. 

• Removing damaged panels and repairing damaged chassis and panels 
• Maintaining logs of work carried out and informing the estimator of any additional work required 
• Maintaining a high quality of work in body metal preparation, repairs and replacements
• Provide detailed verbal and/or written reports on methodology of work completed to internal and external auditors on a daily basis, seeking clarity on specific vehicle repair methodology when required
• Create a trust-based relationship between customer and company 

For this role we are looking for someone who has had previous experience in a similar role and has completed a Panel technician modern apprenticeship or equivalent.  We would like you to have a working knowledge of automotive systems and the specific materials required for the repair process.

You need to have an honest and diligent approach to work with the ability to meet deadlines without compromising quality of work. You will also need to have a full and valid UK driving licence. 

Recruiting now for: Paint and Body technician - collision repair technician - automotive body repairer - paint repair technician - Panel Technician - bodyshop technician - Panel Beater.

About us: We are one of the top three automotive retailers in the UK, proudly representing 32 manufacturer brands, selling a huge range of new and used vehicles from over 150 dealerships across the UK and Ireland.  

We believe our people are our greatest asset, and we’re committed to recognising the valuable contribution each person makes. That’s why we continue to invest in a leading rewards and benefits package designed to support your career, wellbeing, and life outside of work.

Core Benefits:

• Competitive salaries with structured pay scales and progression as you grow within the business
• Generous annual leave that increases with your length of service
• Enhanced family leave, including 6 months’ full pay for maternity and adoption leave, and 2 weeks’ full pay for paternity leave
• Access to Techscheme for discounted technology purchases with flexible payments

Health & Wellbeing:

• Eyecare vouchers to help cover vision care needs
• Smart Health – 24/7 access to GP services to support your mental and physical wellbeing
• Dental insurance for everyday dental care and unexpected treatments
• Critical illness cover for peace of mind during life's most challenging moments

Financial Wellbeing:

• MyView PayNow – access a portion of your pay as you earn, with features to stream, save, and track your money through a user-friendly app
• Free will writing services to help plan for the future
• Flexible life assurance options and partner life assurance for added protection

Leisure & Lifestyle:

• Discounted gym memberships to support an active lifestyle
• Travel insurance to help you explore with confidence
• Access to home and technology vouchers
• bYond card and a wide range of exclusive retail and lifestyle discounts

We strongly believe in nurturing and providing our people with specific manufacturer brand and management training to enhance career development opportunities. We have a great bunch of people, and we like to celebrate and encourage success at all levels.

Lookers and Charles Hurst are an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to a working environment that is free from discrimination, is inclusive, and empowers our people to bring their whole self to work and reach their full potential. 

If your application is successful, we will conduct relevant employment checks prior to you commencing employment with us. These will include verifying your recent employment, address, credit history and a standard criminal record check. For roles that require you to drive, a driving licence check will also be carried out. Please note, all offers of employment are made subject to a 6 month probation period commencing from your start date.