Bodyshop Prepper / Vehicle Prepper

AWD online; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established Vehicle Preparation Centre in Peterborough is looking for a Bodyshop Prepper with experience in prepping vehicles prior to painting. The successful candidate will ensure high quality standards through tasks including sanding, masking, and adhering to safety regulations. A proactive approach and attention to detail are essential in this full-time role, which offers a competitive salary along with various benefits.

Qualifications

• Qualified to City and Guilds or NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Vehicle Repair or commercial experience.
• Full, valid UK driving licence required.
• Excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepping vehicles prior to painting, including sanding, degreasing, and masking.
• Ensuring adherence to quality standards in vehicle preparation.
• Maintaining a tidy workspace and upholding health and safety standards.

Skills

Problem-solving

Time management

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

City and Guilds or NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Vehicle Repair

Job description

Bodyshop Prepper / Vehicle Prepper who has experience prepping vehicles prior to painting is required for a well-established Vehicle Preparation Centre in Peterborough, Cambridgeshire.

SALARY: £33,239 - £35,455 per annum + Benefits

LOCATION: Peterborough, Cambridgeshire

JOB TYPE: Full-Time, Permanent

WORKING HOURS: Two Shifts Available:

• SHIFT 1: 06:00 – 15:30 Monday to Friday

• SHIFT 2: 15:00 – 01:00 Monday to Thursday and 15.00 - 20.00 Friday (10% uplift on Salary)

JOB OVERVIEW

We have a fantastic new job opportunity for a Bodyshop Prepper / Vehicle Prepperwho has experience prepping vehicles prior to painting.

Working as a Bodyshop Prepper / Vehicle Prepper you’ll be a key member of the Paint Shop operation where you'll be responsible for prepping vehicles prior to painting, ensuring every job meets the company’s quality standards.

As the Bodyshop Prepper / Vehicle Prepperyour expertise in masking vehicles prior to painting, sanding, filler work, and achieving a flawless finish will be essential. This is a fantastic opportunity for a Bodyshop Technician with a keen eye for detail and a passion for automotive excellence.

The company pride themselves on quality standards and a productive work environment. The successful Bodyshop Prepper / Vehicle Prepperwill not only excel in their craft but also uphold the company’s commitment to housekeeping by maintaining a tidy work area and ensuring all tools are kept in good working order.

If you're proactive, have an eye for detail and organised who takes pride in preparing vehicles to the highest standard for paint, we want to hear from you!

APPLY TODAY

If this job looks like your ideal position, then please send in your CV as soon as possible for our Recruitment Team to review.

DUTIES

Your duties as the Bodyshop Prepper / Vehicle Prepper include:

• Expert Vehicle Preparation: Prepping vehicles prior to painting, including comprehensive sanding (wet and dry), effective degreasing, and precise feather edging to ensure optimal paint adhesion and a flawless finish

• Precision Masking: Executing accurate and efficient masking vehicles prior to painting, utilising a range of materials (tape, paper, film) to protect unpainted areas and create crisp, professional paint lines. This includes intricate trim masking and component protection

• Flawless Filler Application: Proficient filler work, including applying, shaping, and sanding body filler to repair minor dents, imperfections, and panel damage, achieving a smooth, seamless surface ready for primer

• Adherence to Quality Standards: Consistently ensuring that all work is carried out to the highest quality standards within the Bodyshop environment. This includes rigorous self-inspection and industry best practices for automotive refinishing

• General Bodyshop Support: Performing other duties as assigned to support the efficient operation of the Vehicle Preparation Centre, which may include assisting Paint Technicians, moving vehicles, or light stripping / fitting tasks as required

• Maintaining a Pristine Workspace: Proactively ensuring work areas and tools are kept tidy and in good working order. This involves daily cleaning, proper tool storage, and reporting any equipment faults to uphold health and safety standards

• Exemplary Housekeeping: Consistently maintain high standards of housekeeping across the paint shop and general bodyshop area, contributing to a safe, organised, and professional working environment for the entire repair team

CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS

• Ideal candidates should be qualified to City and Guilds or NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Vehicle Repair or have previous commercial experience in the role

• Good communicative skills and ability to understand and carry out written and verbal instructions

• Time management, planning skills and problem-solving skills

• Prior experience of working to efficiency targets

• Systematic and organised; pays attention to the finer details

• Take pride and responsibility for your own appearance as well as the appearance and organisation of the site in which you work

• A full, valid UK driving licence is required

HOW TO APPLY

To be considered for this job vacancy, please submit your CV to our Recruitment Team who will review your details. CV’s of Job Applicants meeting this requirement will be submitted to our Client for consideration. By submitting your job application to us you are hereby giving us your express consent to submit your details to our Client for this purpose.

JOB REF: AWDO-P13582

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