Job Description

Panel Technician - Hudson Kapel Fleet Solutions

Job Title:

Panel Technician

Location:

Norton, Worcester

Terms:

Full time

Salary/rate:

Competitive salary

About the role:

The Panel Technician specialises in repairing or replacing damaged panels in an efficient manner ensuring correct repair procedures are followed. The role of the Panel Technician can be demanding and requires speed, accuracy and attention to detail to ensure the finished product is ready for painting.

Responsibilities:

Assess vehicle to establish extent of damage and ensure correct repair or replace method is used
Removed damaged panels
Strip and fit trim and panel interior
Refit new or repaired panels ensuring correct alignment
Repair damaged bodywork, dents, holes or corroded areas
Correct use of any specialised pulling equipment provided by the Company
Apply correct knowledge in use of welding, its procedures and Health & Safety requirements in the use of welding
Prepare vehicles ready to be re-sprayed ensuring correct formulations, preparation methods, application sequence, timing and material use
Prioritise work efficiently to meet deadlines ensuring awareness of urgent vehicles and due out dates
Ensure correct degreasing and cleaning materials are used
Correct use of abrasive materials
Remove corrosion
Correct application and flatting of fillers and stoppers
Primer application to areas that need to be treated
Correct use of sealers
Mask repairs
Be able to identify plastic repairs and refinishing
Have the correct product knowledge for plastic repairs i.e. adhesion promotors, flexible additives, fillers and stoppers
Able to assess and identify different finished coatings i.e. textures
Identify rectification issues and report them to Line Manager
Carry out final checks after repairs have been carried out to ensure vehicles are safe
Quality control checks carried out on completion to ensure no defects on work
Consistently utilise all required safety equipment and PPE
Use the electronic management system for accurate recording of work assigned
Adhere to all requirements for hazardous and non-hazardous waste disposal
Regular checks on tools and equipment to ensure safe operational use
Maintain a clean and organised work environment
Attend Company arranged medicals and follow all necessary guidance given or provided
Report any deterioration in health or vision to your Manager without delay

Requirements:

Relevant qualification i.e. ATA, NVQ, BTEC, City & Guilds and/or a minimum of three years' experience
ATA AOM 009-14 in Resistance Spot Welding (BS1140)
ATA AOM 009-14 in Mag Welding (BS4872)
Panel Bonding Certified, although certification can be provided
Competent in the skill of Mig Brazing
Proven experience of delivering high quality repairs
Demonstrate a commitment to continued learning by participating in on-going training and any other industry related training requirements
Able to meet targets and deadlines
Ability to work effectively under pressure
Be able to work as part of a team
Complies with Health and Safety requirements and legislation
Maintains a positive working relationship with all members of staff
Self-motivated

Other Requirements:

To action any other reasonable request from your Line Manager or Company Director and assist the team as applicable.

To undertake such other duties, training and/or hours of work as may be reasonably required, and which are consistent with the general level of responsibility of the job.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 18.94 per hour

Benefits:

Company pension Free parking On-site parking
Schedule:

Day shift Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person