Lookers Chester Bodyshop is recruiting for an experienced Panel Beater to play a vital role within our Service team. Working within a state-of-the-art bodyshop, you will be tasked with repairing damaged vehicle panels in line with manufacturer's specifications, headed up by our fantastic management team. You will receive training and guidance from the best whilst working alongside a growing team of talented Bodyshop technicians! This role would suit somebody with an accident/cosmetic repair background, so this certainly is a great opportunity to develop your skills within Cosmetic repair. We pride ourselves on our reputation for delivering the highest quality of service to all our customers and with ambitious plans. At Lookers, we want you to be part of our success. Responsibilities

• Removing damaged panels and repairing damaged chassis and panels
• Maintaining logs of work carried out and informing the estimator of any additional work required
• Maintaining a high quality of work in body metal preparation, repairs and replacements
• Provide detailed verbal and/or written reports on methodology of work completed to internal and external auditors on a daily basis, seeking clarity on specific vehicle repair methodology when required
  
  For this role we are looking for someone who has had previous experience in a similar role and has completed a Panel technician modern apprenticeship or equivalent. We would like you to have a working knowledge of automotive systems and the specific materials required for the repair process.
You need to have an honest and diligent approach to work with the ability to meet deadlines without compromising quality of work. You will also need to have a full and valid UK driving licence.

Lookers are proud to be one of the top three motor vehicle retailers in the UK, representing 32 vehicle manufacturers, selling and servicing a huge range of cars at over 150 franchised dealerships across hundreds of locations throughout the UK & Ireland. We recognise the hard work, flexibility and commitment of our people so we offer an industry leading benefits package. This includes competitive basic salaries plus;
• Enhanced holidays that increase with service
• Eligibility to join one of our car schemes
• Critical illness cover after 2 years and Life Assurance
• Smart Health - free access to support 24 hours a day, 365 days a year
• Enhanced paid maternity, paternity and adoption leave
• For some roles a company car and additional earning potential through commission or bonus.
We strongly believe in nurturing and providing our people with specific manufacturer brand and management training to enhance career development opportunities. We have a great bunch of people, and we like to celebrate and encourage success at all levels with our annual Lookers Excellence Awards. So? What are you waiting for? Lookers are an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to a working environment that is free from all types of discrimination, is inclusive, and empowers our people to bring their whole self to work and reach their full potential. If your application is successful we will conduct relevant employment checks prior to you starting with us. Depending on the role and responsibilities, these could include us verifying your recent employment, address and credit history. We may also conduct a criminal record check and a driving licence check