Job Description:
We are looking for an experienced Vehicle Painter / Prepper to join our busy accident repair centre. This role involves carrying out high-quality paint and preparation work on damaged vehicles, ensuring all repairs meet manufacturer and company standards.
You will be working as part of a skilled bodyshop team, liaising closely with other departments to maintain efficient workflow and excellent repair quality.
Key Responsibilities:
- Carry out paintwork on damaged vehicles in line with job cards
- Prepare vehicles for paint, including sanding, masking, priming, and filling
- Apply fillers, stoppers, and carry out plastic repairs where required
- Mix paints accurately and check paint colour prior to application
- Produce spray-out cards for all colours
- Use water-based paint products
- Set and monitor oven temperature and curing times
- Set correct air pressure for spraying
- Carry out roller and spray priming
- Complete quality control and check sheets
- Order paint materials when required
- Maintain cleanliness of paint mixing rooms and work areas
- Use extraction systems at all times
- Wear full face air-fed mask and appropriate PPE (overalls)
- Ensure all equipment and plant are working correctly and report faults immediately
- Follow repair systems and filler application procedures as per Operations Manual
- Liaise with other departments to support workflow
- Report any issues to the Workshop Controller
What We’re Looking For:
- Previous experience as a Vehicle Painter / Prepper in a bodyshop or accident repair centre
- Strong attention to detail and high-quality finish standards
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Good time management and organisational skills
- Knowledge of modern repair techniques and paint systems
Full Time 40 hours per week, Location Peterborough.
Ideally ATA or NVQ Certification would be advantageous.
Salary based on experience.
Please send CV to [email protected] or message for more information.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: From £35,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Canteen
- Casual dress
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Work Location: In person
