bodyshop prepper

Porterhouse Recruitment Ltd; Flamstead; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Vincere in Dunstable is seeking a Bodyshop Vehicle Prepper for a permanent, salaried PAYE role. Immediate start available. Salary is £35,000–£40,000 per annum, depending on experience. You will prepare vehicle bodywork and panels, mix paints, and ensure quality finishes on a range of vans.

The role requires experience in a bodyshop, full readiness in vehicle prep and water-based paints, and an NVQ or equivalent qualification. Apply now for a hands-on, detail-focused position within our workshop.

Qualifications

• Relevant previous experience in a vehicle bodyshop or workshop.
• Fully skilled in vehicle preparation and associated bodyshop tasks.
• Experience using and mixing water-based paints.
• An NVQ or equivalent relevant qualification.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to work accurately and productively.

Responsibilities

• Prepare vehicle bodywork and panels for painting.
• Carry out minor panel repairs and mechanical, electrical and trim (M.E.T.) work.
• Prepare paint-spraying equipment.
• Mix paints to achieve the correct colour match and consistency.
• Work with water-based paints.
• Maintain and clean workshop tools and equipment.
• Store paints correctly and safely.
• Monitor stocks of paints, materials and equipment.
• Follow workshop health and safety procedures.
• Complete work efficiently while maintaining quality standards.

Skills

Vehicle preparation

Attention to detail

Water-based paints

Education

NVQ or equivalent

Job description

Bodyshop Vehicle Prepper — Job Specification -51371

Location: Dunstable, Bedfordshire

Salary: Approximately £35,000-£40,000 per annum, depending on experience

Employment: Permanent, salaried PAYE position

Start date: Immediate start available

Role purpose

Prepare vehicle bodywork and panels for paint spraying, ensuring accurate colour matching and a consistently high standard of finish. The workshop handles a range of vehicles, predominantly vans.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare vehicle bodywork and panels for painting.
• Carry out minor panel repairs and mechanical, electrical and trim (M.E.T.) work.
• Prepare paint-spraying equipment.
• Mix paints to achieve the correct colour match and consistency.
• Work with water-based paints.
• Maintain and clean workshop tools and equipment.
• Store paints correctly and safely.
• Monitor stocks of paints, materials and equipment.
• Follow workshop health and safety procedures.
• Complete work efficiently while maintaining quality standards.

Experience and qualifications

• Relevant previous experience in a vehicle bodyshop or workshop.
• Fully skilled in vehicle preparation and associated bodyshop tasks.
• Experience using and mixing water-based paints.
• An NVQ or equivalent relevant qualification.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to work accurately and productively.