Vehicle Panel Beater

Salary: £54,600 per annum (£21 per hour) with an increase on completion of 6 month probation.

Hours: 7am – 5pm Monday to Friday and 1 in 2 Saturday mornings depending on business needs.

Halo is the industry leading UK-based accident repair group, with 38 established accident repair centres across the UK. Partnered with IRS (Intelligent Repair Services) based in Germany, who are the largest provider of accident claim services in Europe, this partnership provides Halo with an unrivalled platform and the resource for excellent training, development and employee packages!

We are looking for a Panel Beater to join our Accident Repair Centre in Basingstoke. You will be responsible for carefully repairing damaged vehicles to their original condition, delivering high-quality results that meet our insurers’ rigorous standards. With a keen eye for detail and a strong understanding of vehicle repair, you will work efficiently in a modern fast‑paced clean environment, collaborating as a team player and consistently meeting tight deadlines.

Role responsibilities:

• Perform panel repair and replacement to the highest standard.
• Demonstrate confidence in MET skills, such as rebuilding doors and fitting front panels and other vehicle components using the correct tools and equipment.
• Weld and bond replacement panels and components securely.
• Apply fillers and sealants to smooth surfaces and prepare them for painting.
• Always maintain a clean and organized workplace.
• Ensure all equipment and tools are used in accordance with safety requirements and maintained to a high standard.
• Adhere to all safety protocols, including proper use of PPE, to prevent accidents.
• Follow company procedures, policies, practices, and management instructions.
• Maintain a positive and enthusiastic attitude throughout the workday.

We are looking for the following:

• Proven experience as a vehicle panel beater in an automotive repair environment.
• Confident in repairing Hybrid and EV vehicles using appropriate methods.
• In-depth knowledge of all aspects of vehicle repair.
• Self‑motivated, enthusiastic, and highly organized with a strong attention to detail.
• Collaborative team player, eager to support colleagues.
• Capable of completing tasks from start to finish within set timeframes and to a high standard.
• Able to work effectively under pressure and manage high volumes of work.

Our Values:

• Be Proud – take pride in your work and celebrate your successes, big or small.
• Keep It Simple – simple solutions are harder to find than complex ones, but consistency and simplicity matter most.
• Do the Right Thing – if it feels right in your heart, do it. If it doesn’t, then don’t.

And most importantly, always be extraordinary.

Benefits:

• Accredited Living Wage Employer
• Employee assistance programme for you and your family
• Health and wellbeing apps
• Cycle scheme
• Gym discounts
• Retail and restaurant discount and cashback
• Life Insurance
• virtualGP
• Enhanced family friendly pay such as maternity and paternity
• Free fruit and pizza
• Refer a friend bonus incentive
• Employee recognition rewards
• Team Event Budget (do something fun together!)
• Discounted LV insurance
• Get appreciated for your time with paid breaks
• 25 days holiday plus public holidays
• We invest in YOU with opportunities for career progression
• Pension contributions
• Work within a modern and clean working environment

Equality & Inclusion:

We are committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all job applicants. Throughout the recruitment process we want all candidates to be at their best. We are an inclusive workplace, where staff respect one another, feel valued for their differences and can be themselves.

To discuss this position or any of our positions in more detail feel free to contact our recruitment team via vacancies@haloarc.co.uk or call 01243 546185, we aim to respond to all enquiries within 24 hours.