Bodyshop Prepper / Painter

Saxtons Limited; Chelmsford; Hybrid; GBP 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Saxtons Limited, based in Chelmsford, seeks an enthusiastic Bodyshop support operative to assist with vehicle preparation before painting and to polish vehicles after baking in the oven. The role requires accuracy, efficiency, and the ability to work within a busy shop environment.

You will join a dedicated Bodyshop team and contribute to high-quality finishes on luxury and specialist vehicles. A full-time, permanent position offers consistent hours and opportunities for skill development.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar role.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Good time management skills.
• Strong attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Bodyshop team with vehicle preparation prior to painting.
• Polish and finish vehicles after painting and curing in the oven.

Skills

Experience in similar role

Fast-paced environment

Time management

Attention to detail

Job description

Saxtons are proud to stock one of the largest ranges of premium used vehicles in the country.

Based in Chelmsford, Essex (CM1), Saxton have emerged as the largest 4x4 dealer in Europe, selling SUV's and specialist cars at incredible value to customers across the world.

Recently recognised in the list of Sunday Times Top Track 250, Saxtons provides not only a fleet of some 2000 luxury vehicles, but numerous bespoke styling and modifications. These include long-running partnerships with established luxury customisation companies such as Overfinch, Onyx, Khan and Urban.

Hours:45hrs per week (Monday to Friday, between 8am to 5pm. Alternate Saturdays, 8am to 2pm)

Role Description

The role will involve assisting the Bodyshop team in the preparation of vehicles prior to painting and polishing all vehicles once they have been painted and removed from the oven.

Person Specification

• Previous experience within a similar role
• Able to work within a fast paced environment
• Able to manage time effectively
• Strong attention to detail
• Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
• Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits