Octane Recruitment Ltd
Panel Beater
Cambridge CB4 1TF
Key information
- Pay
- £46,000 to £60,000 a year
- Hours
- Full-time
- Contract
- Permanent
- Posted date
- 29 Oct 2026
- Closing date
- 27 Nov 2026
About this role
We are recruiting for an experienced Panel Beater, Panel Technician or Automotive Body Repair Technician to join an established national accident repair centre in Cambridge. Applicants must have previous panel beating experience within a bodyshop or accident repair environment and hold a Full UK Driving Licence. ATA or NVQ qualifications are preferred but not essential.
Location
Cambridge
Salary
Up to £24 Per Hour
Hours
Full Time – Exact Hours to Be Confirmed
Why Apply?
- Up to £24 Per Hour
- Overtime Available
- Modern, Well-Equipped Workshop
- Ongoing Training and Development
- Career Progression Opportunities
- Permanent, Full-Time Position
- Immediate Start Available
Panel Beater Role
- Carry out vehicle panel repairs, replacements and realignment
- Repair dents, accident damage and structural components
- Remove and refit damaged body panels
- Use jig and welding equipment where required
- Complete repairs to manufacturer standards
- Identify additional damage during the repair process
- Maintain high standards of workmanship, safety and productivity
Panel Beater Requirements
- Previous experience as a Panel Beater, Panel Technician or Automotive Body Repair Technician
- Experience working within a bodyshop or accident repair centre
- Strong knowledge of vehicle panel repair and replacement techniques
- Experience with structural repairs, welding and jig equipment
- Ability to work independently and as part of a workshop team
- Automotive Technician Accreditation (ATA) or relevant National Vocational Qualification (NVQ) preferred but not essential
- Full UK Driving Licence
How to Apply?
If you're interested in this Panel Beater vacancy in Cambridge, please submit your CV or contact Jason Evans at Octane Recruitment for further information.
All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.
Consultant
Jason Evans - Octane Recruitment
Octane Recruitment is one of the UK's leading Automotive and Motor Trade recruitment agencies. We recruit across the UK for main dealerships, independent garages, bodyshops, fleet operators, HGV companies, manufacturers, engineering businesses and head office functions, placing permanent, temporary and contract staff.
We also recruit for similar positions including Panel Beater, Panel Technician, Automotive Panel Technician, Bodyshop Panel Beater, Vehicle Body Repair Technician, Accident Repair Technician, Bodyshop Technician and MET Technician roles across the UK.