What is a Senior Panel Technician?
A Vehicle Damage Senior Panel Technician works within the collision repair workshop, demonstrating expert working knowledge in relation to the removal, repair and replacement of vehicle body panels to vehicle manufacturer specifications. The vehicles can include cars and light commercial vehicles. A Senior Panel Technician should be able to work independently and as part of a team, following a defined process, using their skills to correctly identify the different body panel types and use the correct repair tools to carry out the work to the highest possible standard. The equipment you will use includes jigs, resistance welding equipment, riveting and bonding tools, as well as reinforced plastic carbon fibre diagnostic ultrasound tools.Â
A Senior Panel Technician should be working in the accident repair sector of the industry and have at least three years’ experience to ensure they are familiar with the skills, knowledge and techniques required to repair and replace body components, including returning vehicle alignment to manufacturer’s specification and rectifying bodyshell faults.
Your responsibilities
- Assessing damage and deciding how to repair it
- Removing damaged panel or parts for repair
- Smoothing out minor dents in panels
- Filling small holes or rusted areas with filler
- Making body panels and sections, and welding them into place
- Refinishing the repair to match surrounding areas
- Keeping a record of all work completed to show customers
What You'll need
Core skills
- Problem solving and self-organisation skills
- Strong communication skills
- Working well independently
- Team player
- Eye for detail and colour
- Good manual skills
- Awareness of safety procedures
What You'll Gain
Transferable skills
- Health and safety knowledge
- Problem solving and self-organisation skills
- Ability to work with others and use own initiative
- Time management skills
What You'll Use
Key skills
English
- Reading health and safety manuals
- Following written and verbal instructions
Maths
- Working with measurements
IT
- Using basic IT skills
- Managing emails
Role opportunities
These are some possible roles you may consider in your career journey. Discuss with your Inspiro Coach for further guidance.Â
Bodyshop roles
Paint technician
Panel technician
Mechanical and Electrical Trim Technician
Senior Paint Technician
Senior Panel Technician
Senior M.E.T Technician
Vehicle Damage Assessor
Workshop Controller
Bodyshop Manager
Other related routes
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Automotive Sector Roles
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