Paint/Prep Panel Beater Non Structural

Charles Hurst Group Ltd; Belfast City District; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary with progression

Generous annual leave

Enhanced family leave

Techscheme for discounted technology

Eyecare vouchers

Smart Health GP access

Dental insurance

MyView PayNow

Flexible life assurance

Discounted gym memberships

Travel insurance

Home and tech vouchers

bYond card discounts

Job summary

Charles Hurst NI Carsmetic, Belfast, is seeking an experienced Paint Repairer / Panel Beater (Non-Structural) for a permanent full-time role in our bodyshop. The position offers 40 hours per week with early start times (7am - 5:30pm) and a competitive salary up to £38,000 plus a generous bonus opportunity.

You will repair non-structural panels, prepare and refinish to factory standards, and ensure high-quality cosmetic work while delivering excellent customer service.

Qualifications

• Experience in paint repair and non-structural panel work.
• Full driving licence with a good driving record.

Responsibilities

• Carry out non-structural panel repairs including minor dents, scrapes and surface damage.
• Complete paint preparation and refinishing to manufacturer and Charles Hurst standards.
• Perform cosmetic repairs across panels, bumpers and exterior components.
• Ensure all work follows approved processes and quality expectations.
• Communicate clearly with customers to confirm required work and associated costs.
• Work effectively with the wider bodyshop team to deliver a seamless repair journey.

Skills

Paint repair experience

Non-structural panel work

Driving licence

Job description

About us

We are one of the top three automotive retailers in the UK, proudly representing 32 manufacturer brands, selling a huge range of new and used vehicles from over 150 dealerships across the UK and Ireland. We believe our people are our greatest asset, and we’re committed to recognising the valuable contribution each person makes. That’s why we continue to invest in a leading rewards and benefits package designed to support your career, wellbeing, and life outside of work.

Charles Hurst NI Carsmetic, Belfast

Paint Repairer / Panel Beater (Non‑Structural)

Contract Type: Permanent. Salary: Up to £38,000 basic plus generous bonus opportunity! Hours: 40 hours per week, 7am - 5:30pm (4 day working week).

We are recruiting for an experienced Paint Repairer / Panel Beater (Non‑Structural) to join our expanding bodyshop team. This is an excellent opportunity to work for a main dealer and continue developing your skills within cosmetic and non‑structural repair. Our Paint and Panel Technicians deliver high‑quality cosmetic repairs with a strong focus on accuracy, efficiency and customer experience.

• Carry out non‑structural panel repairs including minor dents, scrapes and surface damage
• Complete paint preparation and refinishing to manufacturer and Charles Hurst standards
• Perform cosmetic repairs across panels, bumpers and exterior components
• Ensure all work follows approved processes and quality expectations
• Communicate clearly with customers to confirm required work and associated costs
• Work effectively with the wider bodyshop team to deliver a seamless repair journey

For this role, we are looking for someone with previous experience in paint repair and non‑structural panel work. A full driving licence with a good driving record is required. You will be a team player with strong attention to detail, a focus on quality and a commitment to delivering an excellent customer experience.

Core Benefits

• Competitive salaries with structured pay scales and progression as you grow within the business
• Generous annual leave that increases with your length of service
• Enhanced family leave, including 6 months’ full pay for maternity and adoption leave, and 2 weeks’ full pay for paternity leave
• Access to Techscheme for discounted technology purchases with flexible payments

Health & Wellbeing

• Eyecare vouchers to help cover vision care needs
• Smart Health – 24/7 access to GP services to support your mental and physical wellbeing
• Dental insurance for everyday dental care and unexpected treatments
• Optional critical illness cover for peace of mind during life's most challenging moments

Financial Wellbeing

• MyView PayNow – access a portion of your pay as you earn, with features to stream, save, and track your money through a user-friendly app
• Free will writing services to help plan for the future
• Flexible life assurance options and partner life assurance for added protection

Leisure & Lifestyle

• Discounted gym memberships to support an active lifestyle
• Travel insurance to help you explore with confidence
• Access to home and technology vouchers
• bYond card and a wide range of exclusive retail and lifestyle discounts

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.

Lookers and Charles Hurst are an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to a working environment that is free from discrimination, is inclusive, and empowers our people to bring their whole self to work and reach their full potential.

We will conduct relevant employment checks prior to you commencing employment with us. These will include verifying your recent employment, address, credit history and a standard criminal record check. For roles that require you to drive, a driving licence check will also be carried out. Please note, all offers of employment are made subject to a 6 month probation period commencing from your start date.

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