Paint/Prep Panel Beater Non Structural/ MET Technician

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

Benefits offered by this job

Structured pay scales

Generous annual leave

Enhanced family leave

Techscheme discounts

Eyecare vouchers

GP access via Smart Health

Job summary

Charles Hurst NI Carsmetic in Belfast is hiring a Paint Repairer / Panel Beater (Non‑Structural) to join the bodyshop team. This permanent role offers 40 hours per week (7am–5:30pm) with a 4‑day week option and a salary of up to £38,000 basic plus a generous bonus opportunity.

You will repair cosmetic damage and prepare/refinish to high standards, ensuring a quality customer journey. Experience in non‑structural panel work and paint repair is required, along with a full UK driving licence.

Qualifications

• Experience in paint repair and non-structural panel work.
• Full driving licence with good driving record.
• Team player with attention to detail and commitment to quality.

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 with customers to confirm required work and costs.
• Work with the bodyshop team for seamless repair journey.

Skills

Paint repair experience

Non-structural panel work

Team player

Attention to detail

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)/ MET Technician

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 )

Charles Hurst NI Carsmetic is 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.

If your skills and experience match what we are looking for,

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.

If your application is successful, 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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