Panel Beater

Job Title: Bodyshop Repairer / Paint Technician
Job Type: Full-Time, 4 day working per week. 

Salary: £26,000-£34,000 per annum + bonus up to £4,800 

Job Summary:

We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Bodyshop Repairer / Paint Technician to join our automotive repair team. The successful candidate will be responsible for repairing vehicle bodywork, preparing surfaces, and applying paint to restore vehicles to pre-accident condition. This role requires precision, craftsmanship, and a commitment to high-quality workmanship.

Key Responsibilities:

• Carry out vehicle body repairs to manufacturer standards, including panel beating, dent removal, and replacement of body panels.

• Prepare surfaces for painting by sanding, masking, priming, and cleaning as required.

• Mix and apply paint using spray guns and other tools, ensuring a smooth and consistent finish.

• Match paint colors using computerized paint-matching systems.

• Inspect completed work to ensure quality and conformance to specifications.

• Maintain tools and equipment in clean and functional condition.

• Adhere to health and safety regulations in all aspects of the work.

• Work collaboratively with other team members to meet deadlines and ensure customer satisfaction.

Requirements:

• Proven experience in vehicle body repair and paint refinishing.

• Certification in automotive refinishing (IMI, ATA, NVQ Level 3, or equivalent) is preferred.

• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to high-quality standards.

• Ability to work independently and efficiently.

• Knowledge of modern repair methods, materials, and tools.

• Valid driver’s license.

Desirable Skills:

• Experience with SMART repairs.

• Familiarity with water-based paint systems.

• Welding and fabrication skills.

• Good communication and organizational skills.

About Us

Charles Hurst are proud to be one of the top three motor vehicle retailers in the UK, representing 32 vehicle manufacturers, selling and servicing a huge range of cars at over 150 franchised dealerships across hundreds of locations throughout the UK & Ireland. We recognise the hard work, flexibility and commitment of our people so we offer an industry leading benefits package. This includes competitive basic salaries plus;

• Enhanced holidays that increase with service
• Eligibility to join one of our car schemes
• Critical illness cover after 2 years and Life Assurance
• Smart Health - free access to support 24 hours a day, 365 days a year
• Enhanced paid maternity, paternity and adoption leave
• For some roles a company car and additional earning potential through commission or bonus.

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 with our annual Lookers Excellence Awards. So? What are you waiting for?

Charles Hurst is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to a working environment that is free from all types of 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 starting with us. Depending on the role and responsibilities, these could include us verifying your recent employment, address and credit history. We may also conduct a criminal record check and a driving licence check.