Panel Beater
Location: Upper Heyford, Oxfordshire
Shift: Monday-Friday, 08:00-17:00 (40 hours per week)
Pay Rate: £25.00 per hour
Contract: Full-Time, Ongoing Work
We are currently recruiting for an experienced Panel Beater to join a busy automotive bodyshop operation in Upper Heyford. This role will involve carrying out light to medium vehicle repairs to a high standard, working predominantly on new vehicles with cosmetic and minor structural damage.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a modern workshop environment with a strong focus on quality and workmanship.
The Role:
As a Panel Beater, your responsibilities will include:
- Carrying out light to medium panel repairs, including dent removal and panel reshaping
- Removing and refitting vehicle panels to manufacturer standards
- Completing cosmetic repairs on new vehicles, including minor impact and transport-related damage
- Carrying out filler work and preparing panels for paint
- Ensuring panels, doors, wings, and bumpers are aligned correctly
- Completing welding, bonding, and riveting work where required
- Maintaining accurate job cards and repair documentation
- Working closely with paint, MET, and workshop teams to ensure smooth workflow
- Following all workshop health & safety procedures and quality standards
Please note: This role does not currently involve heavy structural jig work.
The Person:
- Previous experience as a Panel Beater within an automotive bodyshop environment
- ATA qualification, equivalent qualification, or time-served experience accepted
- Strong understanding of vehicle repair methods and panel alignment
- Experience carrying out cosmetic and light structural repairs
- Good attention to detail and quality of workmanship
- Able to work independently and as part of a team
- Reliable with a strong work ethic
- Full UK Driving Licence (No more than 6 points for minor offences)
What We Offer:
- Weekly pay
- Company pension
- Onsite parking
- Ongoing work with a leading automotive business
- Support from Igloo’s recruitment and payroll teams
Commutable from: Bicester, Oxford, Banbury, Buckingham, Kidlington, Witney, Aylesbury, Milton Keynes.
If you are interested in this position, please apply with your CV and a member of our team will be in touch to discuss the next steps.
Pay: £25.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Application question(s):
- Do you have previous experience as a Panel Beater?
Work Location: In person
