Coventry
PANEL TECHNICIAN
Up to £55,000 plus benefits – dependent on skills & qualification.
The Vella Group is a well-established accident repair specialist with over 30 years of experience, helping people get their vehicles back on the road after an accident. We pride ourselves on providing a quality service which has resulted in our success and growth. As a recognised industry leader, The Vella Group currently operates 20 sites with ambition to grow ever further in the future. Now is an exciting time to join as we embark on a journey of expansion and innovation within the industry! The overview of working as a Panel Technician at our Coventry site involves accurately and skillfully undertaking the panel repair/replacement on vehicles to a customer’s complete satisfaction. Furthermore, detect and diagnose any additional faults for further repair.
Core Duties and Responsibilities of a Panel Technician
- Carry out repair operations to prescribed methods and standards.
- Work to times and standards as dictated by Thatcham, insurance company guidelines, manufacturers’ standards, and company policy.
- When welding always perform a test weld and retain results until repairs complete.
- All areas of damage repaired using body filler to finish using a 180-grade production paper.
- Keep accurate and comprehensive list of additional parts required, and communicate these findings to the relevant departments.
- Maintain good housekeeping: panels that are removed are not left in hazardous positions; all general waste is disposed of in the areas or receptacles provided.
- Ensure the vehicle is protected from further damage: repair permitting windows are kept closed, open apertures are masked off, seat covers and steering wheel covers are fitted, and plastic protection sheet is in place during all stages of repair.
- Parts removed that are subsequently to be re-used must be retained in the boxes or wheeled cages and stored to prevent damage.
- Small parts may be stored in the vehicle provided they are placed in a suitable receptacle and cannot damage the vehicle.
- Any parts that are found to be damaged, or are damaged during the repair process or removal, that are not down for renewal or repair should be reported to the Estimator and Production Manager immediately.
- All PPE equipment should be checked daily, and a fit-for-use log signed weekly.
- Become familiar with all current health and safety and COSHH requirements related to your function.
- Carry out repairs to BS 10125.
About You
- Ideally, you will be an IMI/ATA qualified Panel Technician with strong bodyshop experience.
- You have a strong work ethic and provide the best quality service.
- You are a team‑player.
- You have the ability to work in a fast‑paced environment and multi‑task.
- You are committed to delivering excellent customer service.
- Ideally, you will hold a full UK driving licence.
Benefits for a Panel Technician
- 25 days holiday plus bank holidays.
- Internal and external training.
- Pension scheme and death-in-service insurance.
- Enhanced maternity and paternity pay.
- Perkbox – Access to hundreds of exclusive discounts and rewards.
- MediCash – Free healthcare scheme.
- Uniform for your role.
Hours of Work
- 8.5 hour shift, Monday – Friday.
Licence / Certification
- Driving licence (required).
Work Location
- In person in Coventry.
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