Panel Beater
| Posting date: | 18 March 2026 |
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| Salary: | £25 per hour |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 25 March 2026 |
| Location: | Rochester, Kent, ME3 9ND |
| Company: | Kenect Recruitment Ltd |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Job reference: | Kenect Southend_1773837049 |
Summary
We are seeking a skilled Panel Beater to become part of a dynamic team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for repairing and restoring vehicle bodywork to its original condition, ensuring high-quality standards and customer satisfaction. This role requires a strong attention to detail, mechanical knowledge, and the ability to work effectively with various tools and equipment.
You will be working as a part of an experienced bodyshop team, ensuring our vehicles are finished to the highest standard for our customers, under the support and guidance of the supervisor and Bodyshop Manager.
- Stripping and fitting panels
- Carrying out repairs to restore vehicles to their original condition in line with approved methods
- Pulling out dents with aid of pin puller, slide hammers, miracle pulled, jig and panel beating hammers
- Completing minor and major filler work on the panels
- Supporting bodyshop team within other departments if required
- Training bodyshop trainee staff
Skills and expertise
- Previous experience in a similar role as a Bodyshop Technician / Panel Beater
- Full UK Driving Licence
- Willing to support junior techs and offer support/expertise when needed.
- You will be passionate to work within the motor industry and take pride in their work, to the highest standards of work set by customers
- You will need to work independently on vehicles and have experience to make decisions when required
- Excellent attention to detail