Panel Beater

  • Career Makers
  • Felbridge, Surrey
  • Mar 18, 2026
Full time Manufacturing

Job Description

Panel MET Technician

Location: West Sussex, RH19 1XZ
Hours: 45 hours per week
Salary: Up to 60,000 + bonus

About the Role

We are an established and growing vehicle repair business with a strong reputation for quality workmanship and excellent customer service. Due to continued expansion, we are looking for a skilled and motivated Panel MET Technician to join our fast-paced team.

This is a key role within the business, responsible for ensuring vehicle repairs are completed to manufacturer and industry standards, while maintaining efficiency, safety, and quality at all times.

Key Responsibilities

  • Carry out repairs on motor vehicles in line with manufacturer and industry standards

  • Ensure all work is completed safely, efficiently, and to a high-quality standard

  • Inspect and report on vehicle structure and paintwork

  • Remove, refit, and store vehicle components safely

  • Carry out panel alignment and associated repairs

  • Complete filler work to a high standard (P180 finish, pinhole checks)

  • Apply underseal, weld-through primers, and anti-corrosion treatments

  • Perform quality control checks and sign off repairs at each stage

  • Identify and report additional damage not previously noted

  • Follow repair methods and ensure documentation is present and understood

  • Maintain tools, equipment, and a clean working environment

  • Ensure vehicle protection (seat covers, mats, etc.) is always in place

Requirements

  • Relevant motor manufacturer qualifications and experience

  • Full UK driving licence

  • Current AOM009 welding certificate (or BS equivalent)

  • Experience with MIG brazing, spot welding, rivet bonding, and high-strength steels

  • Light MET qualification (ATA or equivalent)

  • Bonding certification

  • Willingness to undertake further training as required

Personal Attributes

  • Strong team player

  • Proactive with a flexible, can-do attitude

  • Takes ownership and responsibility for work

  • Detail-oriented with pride in high standards

  • Adaptable, resilient, and able to work in a fast-paced environment

  • Honest and reliable