Automotive Refinishing Technician

Al-Futtaim; Dubai; On-site; AED 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Al-Futtaim is seeking a Technician – Painter in Dubai to work in our vehicle body-shop. You will prepare surfaces, apply primers and paint, and perform spray-finishing to restore appearance to a high standard.

You will follow manufacturer specs, use spray guns and related equipment, and maintain a clean, safe work area while developing refinishing techniques and staying current with industry methods.

Qualifications

• High school qualification.
• Technical or vocational training in Automobile Engineering, automotive painting, or vehicle-body refinishing is preferred.
• At least 2–3 years of experience as a painter in an automotive paint shop.
• Hands-on experience in surface preparation, priming, spray painting, sanding, compounding and polishing.
• Knowledge of automotive paint products and manufacturer instructions.

Responsibilities

• Prepare vehicle surfaces by applying body filler and sanding.
• Apply primers and automotive paints according to manufacturer specs.
• Perform spray-painting work using suitable paint systems and spray-gun equipment.
• Carry out compounding, polishing, and refinishing to restore vehicle appearance.
• Ensure work meets standards for finish, durability and corrosion protection.
• Inspect work and minimise defects, errors and rework.
• Maintain paint-shop tools and equipment, including spray guns and PPE.
• Follow safety procedures and keep area clean and organised.
• Develop knowledge of paint-mixing technology and modern refinishing methods.

Skills

Auto painting

Surface prep & painting

Follow manufacturer specs

Spray guns & equipment

Attention to detail

PPE & safety

Basic English/comms

Learning mindset

Organization

Education

High school qualification

Trade/technical auto painting training

Job description

Al-Futtaim is seeking a Technician – Painter in Dubai to work in our vehicle body-shop. You will prepare surfaces, apply primers and paint, and perform spray-finishing to restore appearance to a high standard.

You will follow manufacturer specs, use spray guns and related equipment, and maintain a clean, safe work area while developing refinishing techniques and staying current with industry methods.