Panel Beater

The role involves carrying out high-quality vehicle body repairs, including strip and refit, panel replacement, cosmetic and heavy repairs, and welding, to restore vehicles to manufacturer standards. The position requires a skilled and detail-oriented individual with experience in body repair techniques and a strong commitment to quality and excellence.

The successful candidate will undertake a variety of repair tasks, including chassis alignment, jig work, dent removal, and the use of specialist tools and equipment such as dent pulling and welding systems. Experience with aluminium, brass, and plastic repair techniques is advantageous, although training will be provided where required.

A positive attitude, determination to complete work to a high standard, and attention to detail are essential. Basic computer literacy and a willingness to learn new technologies and repair methods are also important. A full, clean Class B driving licence is required for this position.

We have  excellent career opportunities for Panel Beaters and Spray Painters for a permanent Role in Rosslare.

Pay and Benefits

• Pay €42,000 to €45,000 depending on skills and an experience
• Pension Scheme
• Staff Purchase Schemes:
• Tyres
• Tools
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Discounted Gym Membership
• Bike to Work

Requirements

• Panel Beater experience in Strip & Refit, Panel Repair and Panel Replacement
• Chassis alignment and Jig work
• Use of dent pulling equipment
• Plastic welding / Glue pulling equipment (training provided)
• Determined to get the job done
• Some computer skills (training provided)
• Attention to detail and an absolute commitment to excellence

• Full clean driving license – Class B.

Responsibilities

• Excellent skills in strip and refit of vehicles
• Cosmetic Repairs: Light Filler work, bumper and plastic repairs
• Panel Prep for primer and paint
• PDR experience an advantage (training provided)
• Heavy Repairs: High standard of filler repair and finish
• Panel replacement if required
• Mig / Mag Steel welding, Spot welding essential
• Aluminium / Brass welding advantage not necessary

Equal Opportunities Statement

National Vehicle Distribution is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We value openness, innovation, customer focus, and operational excellence. Our organisation actively promotes equality and prohibits discrimination based on gender, marital/civil status, family status, age, disability, sexual orientation, race, religion, or membership of the Traveller community, in accordance with Irish and UK equality legislation. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals and are dedicated to creating an environment where everyone can thrive and contribute to our shared success.