Bus Spray Painter: Precision Vehicle Finishes & Livery

451 Stagecoach Devon Limited; Exeter; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Stagecoach Devon Limited is seeking a skilled Vehicle Spray Painter at Exeter Depot. You will prepare panels, apply finishes, and carry out repairs to keep our fleet looking its best. A strong focus on safety, quality, and efficient workflow is essential for this role.

You will work with engineers and workshop teams to ensure high standards, while applying liveries and branding as required. A valid UK driving licence and PCV licence (advantageous) support your mobility and career growth.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Vehicle Spray Painter.
• Strong knowledge of vehicle paint preparation and application techniques.
• Experience using spray-painting equipment and paint booth facilities.
• Good understanding of Health & Safety requirements within a workshop environment.
• A PCV licence is advantageous, although support may be available to obtain one.
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Preparing vehicle panels and bodywork for painting and fabrication, including sanding, filling, masking, priming, and panel preparation.
• Applying paint finishes using spray-painting equipment in line with manufacturer and company specifications.
• Carrying out full vehicle repaints, spot repairs, accident damage repairs, refurbishment, and restoration work.
• Applying company liveries, decals, branding, and graphics to vehicles.
• Mixing paints, coatings, and materials accurately to achieve colour matches and high-quality finishes.
• Inspecting completed work to ensure it meets quality and presentation standards.
• Maintaining spray booths, paint equipment, tools, and work areas in a clean, organised, and safe condition.
• Following COSHH, Health & Safety, environmental, and waste disposal procedures.
• Working with engineers and workshop colleagues to minimise vehicle downtime.
• Completing maintenance records, repair documentation, and job cards accurately.

Skills

Vehicle spray painting

Paint preparation

Safety compliance

Driving licence

Tools

Spray-painting equipment

Paint booth facilities

COSHH awareness

Job description

Stagecoach Devon Limited is seeking a skilled Vehicle Spray Painter at Exeter Depot. You will prepare panels, apply finishes, and carry out repairs to keep our fleet looking its best. A strong focus on safety, quality, and efficient workflow is essential for this role.

You will work with engineers and workshop teams to ensure high standards, while applying liveries and branding as required. A valid UK driving licence and PCV licence (advantageous) support your mobility and career growth.