Aspiring Bodywork Prepper for Motorsport Restorations

ATA Recruitment; England; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime opportunities

Hands-on experience

Structured hours

Long-term career development

Prestige projects

Job summary

ATA Recruitment is seeking a Junior Bodywork Prepper for a specialist team in Motorsport & Classic Vehicles, based in Daventry. The role offers hands-on experience with precision paintwork and restoration on elite vehicles.

The ideal candidate has basic bodywork experience, a passion for cars, and meticulous attention to detail. This entry-level opportunity provides structured hours and a clear long-term path in a highly specialised industry.

Qualifications

• Basic or developing experience in bodywork or vehicle preparation.
• Interest in motorsport, automotive restoration, or engineering.
• Familiarity with composite materials.
• Strong attention to detail and pride in craftsmanship.
• Reliable, hardworking, and eager to learn.

Responsibilities

• Preparing body panels in fibreglass, carbon fibre, aluminium, steel, and plastics.
• Surface preparation for primer and topcoat application.
• Working on prestigious vehicles including Porsche, Ferrari, Lotus Cars, Jaguar (including replica and restoration projects).
• Supporting detailed race car and historic vehicle restorations, including complex accident repairs.

Skills

Basic bodywork experience

Motorsport interest

Attention to detail

Reliability

Eagerness to learn

Job description

ATA Recruitment is seeking a Junior Bodywork Prepper for a specialist team in Motorsport & Classic Vehicles, based in Daventry. The role offers hands-on experience with precision paintwork and restoration on elite vehicles.

The ideal candidate has basic bodywork experience, a passion for cars, and meticulous attention to detail. This entry-level opportunity provides structured hours and a clear long-term path in a highly specialised industry.