Bodyshop Paint Finisher

Autoskills-Uk; Bishop's Stortford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

OTE up to £40,000

Basic salary £30,000-£35,000+ DOE

Monday to Friday working week

7:30am - 4:30pm working hours

Full-time, permanent employment

Professional Bodyshop environment

Long-term career development

Stable working pattern

Job summary

Autoskills-Uk in Bishop's Stortford is seeking an experienced Bodyshop Paint Finisher to complete the final stages of vehicle paintwork in a professional environment.

Working Monday to Friday, 7:30am to 4:30pm, you will benefit from a stable, full-time role with an OTE up to £40,000 and a basic salary of £30,000–£35,000+ DOE, offering long-term career development in a dedicated bodyshop team.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Paint Finisher in a Bodyshop or accident repair centre.
• Qualified with NVQ/IMI/City & Guilds/ATA or equivalent.
• Strong knowledge of paint finishing, polishing and correction techniques.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Commitment to high-quality finishes.

Responsibilities

• Carry out paint finishing and correction on repaired panels.
• Rectify dust, runs, orange peel and minor defects.
• Machine polish, flatten and refine using appropriate equipment.
• Prepare painted surfaces for final presentation and handover.
• Work with Paint Sprayers to meet quality standards.
• Inspect finished paintwork and refinishing if needed.
• Maintain polishing equipment and keep the area clean.

Skills

Paint finishing

Attention to detail

Time management

Driving licence

Education

NVQ/IMI/City & Guilds/ATA or equivalent in Vehicle Refinishing

Job description

BODYSHOP PAINT FINISHER

Location: Bishop's Stortford
Salary: OTE Up To £40,000 (Basic Salary £30,000 - £35,000+ DOE)
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Looking for a Paint Finisher role where your eye for detail is valued, your skills are rewarded, and you can enjoy a consistent Monday to Friday working week?

If you're an experienced Paint Finisher looking for your next opportunity, this is an excellent chance to join a professional accident repair environment where quality workmanship and attention to detail are genuinely important. With an OTE of up to £40,000 and a basic salary of £30,000 - £35,000+ DOE, you'll have the opportunity to build your earnings while developing your career within a skilled Bodyshop team.

Working Monday to Friday, 7:30am to 4:30pm, you'll benefit from a structured working pattern that keeps your evenings and weekends largely free. If you're looking for a stable, permanent role where your finishing skills make a visible difference to the quality of completed repairs, this could be an excellent next step.

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?

• OTE up to £40,000


• Basic Salary of £30,000 - £35,000+ DOE


• Monday to Friday working pattern


• 7:30am - 4:30pm working hours


• Full-time, permanent employment


• Professional Bodyshop working environment


• Opportunity for long-term career development


• Stable working pattern

THE ROLE

As a Bodyshop Paint Finisher, you'll be responsible for the final stages of vehicle paintwork, ensuring repaired and refinished areas are correctly prepared, refined, and presented to a high standard.

Key responsibilities include:

• Carrying out paint finishing and correction work on repaired and refinished vehicle panels.


• Identifying and rectifying imperfections such as dust, runs, orange peel, and minor paint defects.


• Carrying out machine polishing, flatting, and refining using appropriate equipment and compounds.


• Preparing painted surfaces for final presentation and vehicle handover.


• Working closely with Paint Sprayers and other Bodyshop technicians to ensure repairs meet the required quality standards.


• Inspecting completed paintwork and carrying out any necessary refinishing or correction work.


• Maintaining polishing equipment, tools, and materials in good working condition.


• Keeping the working area clean, safe, and professionally maintained.

ABOUT YOU

This opportunity would suit an experienced Bodyshop Paint Finisher / Paint Finisher / Paint Refinisher with a strong eye for detail and pride in producing high-quality finishes.

You'll ideally have:

• Previous experience as a Paint Finisher within a Bodyshop, accident repair centre, or automotive refinishing environment.


• Recognised qualification in Vehicle Refinishing (NVQ / IMI / City & Guilds / ATA or equivalent).


• Strong knowledge of paint finishing, machine polishing, flatting, and paint correction techniques.


• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to producing a high-quality final finish.


• The ability to identify and correct paint imperfections effectively.


• Good organisation and time management skills.


• A full UK driving licence.


• A commitment to continuous professional development.

If you're looking for your next challenge in Bishop's Stortford and want a role where your specialist finishing skills are genuinely valued, we'd love to hear from you.