Panel Technician

Job Location and Compensation

Based in Sheffield, South Yorkshire, this opportunity offers a competitive salary along with performance bonuses.

Role Overview

As a Panel Technician at our Sheffield Accident Repair Centre, your chief responsibility will be to professionally restore damaged vehicle bodywork swiftly and to high customer satisfaction standards. Joining our team means advancing your career amid a flexible, supportive, and engaging workplace that emphasizes training and personal development.

Daily Responsibilities

• Perform thorough repair work on customer vehicles, adhering to scheduled times and minimizing vehicle returns to the workshop.
• Execute all repairs using best practices, original equipment manufacturer (OEM) methods, proper tools, and OEM standard times.
• Attend and commit to Manufacturer Training sessions to maintain necessary accreditations.
• Ensure all tasks comply with safety regulations and company, brand, and industry standards.
• Complete repairs to the highest quality within factory timeframes.

Candidate Requirements

• Proven experience as a qualified Panel Beater or MET Technician, demonstrating high-quality panel and body repair on motor vehicles.
• A strong customer-focused mindset aimed at exceeding customer expectations.
• Positive, responsible attitude with accountability for your decisions and actions.
• Methodical and organized approach to troubleshooting and problem-solving.
• Effective communication skills for advising customers on technical matters.
• Relevant qualification such as City & Guilds, recognized apprenticeship, manufacturer-approved training, or equivalent certification in vehicle panel and body repair.

Compensation and Benefits

• Comprehensive salary package with bonus incentives.
• 34 days annual leave including bank holidays, increasing to 36 days after 5 years and 38 days after 10 years of service.
• Enhanced paid maternity and paternity leave to support family needs.
• Life assurance, pension scheme, and enhanced sickness coverage for wellbeing and protection.
• Access to advanced training and development programs through brand partner initiatives and leadership courses.
• Employee benefits including colleague car purchase schemes, servicing discounts, cycle-to-work and gym membership discounts.
• Employee referral program offering rewards up to £1,000.
• Flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance.

About the Employer

JCT600 Ltd boasts over 80 years of experience valuing people and career growth, noted for high employee engagement and inclusivity. Our core philosophy, "Life at JCT600," underpins seven commitments aimed at fostering colleague success and wellbeing.

Inclusivity & Diversity

We are an equal opportunity employer dedicated to creating an inclusive working environment. Recognized as a Disability Confident employer, we strive to ensure all colleagues can be their authentic selves daily and represent the diverse communities we serve.