Bodyshop Paint Prepper

Auto Skills UK; Thatcham; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Auto Skills UK are seeking a Bodyshop Paint Prepper in Maidenhead to prepare vehicles and panels for the paint process, ensuring work is completed efficiently and to a high standard.

You'll perform sanding, filling and surface prep, mask components, and support Paint Sprayers. The role offers a £35,000-£40,000 basic salary DOE, Monday to Friday, 7:00am–4:30pm, on a full-time, permanent basis in a professional automotive environment.

Qualifications

• NVQ, ATA or equivalent qualification in vehicle refinishing/body repair
• Previous experience as a Bodyshop Paint Prepper
• Proven automotive bodyshop experience
• Strong vehicle preparation and refinishing skills
• Good understanding of modern paint preparation processes
• High standards of workmanship and attention to detail

Responsibilities

• Prepare vehicles and panels for painting
• Carry out sanding, filling and surface preparation
• Mask vehicles and components accurately
• Ensure surfaces are prepared to the required standard
• Support Paint Sprayers with preparation and refinishing work
• Complete work efficiently and within agreed timescales
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness, safety and workmanship

Skills

Vehicle preparation

Paint refinishing

Attention to detail

Education

NVQ/ATA or equivalent in vehicle refinishing/body repair

Job description

BODYSHOP PAINT PREPPER

Location: Maidenhead

Salary: £35,000 - £40,000 Basic Salary DOE

Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Working Hours: Monday - Friday | 7:00am - 4:30pm

If you're an experienced Bodyshop Paint Prepper looking for your next opportunity in Maidenhead, this role offers a competitive basic salary alongside a consistent Monday-to-Friday working pattern. It's an opportunity to use your preparation and refinishing skills within a professional automotive environment while continuing to develop your career.

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?

• £35,000 - £40,000 basic salary DOE
• Monday-Friday working pattern
• 7:00am - 4:30pm working hours
• Full-time, permanent position
• Professional automotive working environment
• Opportunity to utilise and develop your paint preparation skills

THE ROLE

As a Bodyshop Paint Prepper, you will be responsible for preparing vehicles and panels for the paint process, ensuring work is completed efficiently and to a high standard.

• Prepare vehicles and panels ready for painting
• Carry out sanding, filling and surface preparation
• Mask vehicles and components accurately
• Ensure surfaces are prepared to the required standard
• Support Paint Sprayers with preparation and refinishing work
• Complete work efficiently and within agreed timescales
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness, safety and workmanship

ABOUT YOU

• NVQ, ATA or equivalent qualification in vehicle refinishing/body repair
• Previous experience as a Bodyshop Paint Prepper
• Proven experience within an automotive Bodyshop environment
• Strong vehicle preparation and refinishing skills
• Good understanding of modern paint preparation processes
• High standards of workmanship and attention to detail
• Reliable, professional and able to work effectively as part of a team

Right to Work: Candidates must have the right to work in the UK. Proof of eligibility will be required prior to employment