Car Polisher

AutoSkills (United Kingdom); Cannock; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

AutoSkills (United Kingdom) is seeking an experienced Car Polisher to join a professional accident repair centre. You will polish and refine vehicles to a flawless finish, working with the bodyshop team to meet exacting presentation standards.

This full-time role offers a Monday-Friday 08:00-17:00 schedule, a competitive salary up to £45,000 depending on experience, ongoing training, and a clear path for career progression within a modern workshop.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Car Polisher in an accident repair centre or bodyshop.
• Strong knowledge of machine polishing and paint finishing techniques.
• Ability to remove defects and refine surfaces to high standards.
• Excellent attention to detail and workmanship.

Responsibilities

• Polish and refine painted vehicle surfaces to achieve a high-quality finish.
• Remove paint imperfections and swirl marks as appropriate.
• Perform machine polishing, paint correction and finishing to a consistent standard.
• Inspect paintwork and ensure quality before handover to customers.
• Maintain equipment and clean, safe workspace.

Skills

Machine polishing

Paint correction

Vehicle finishing

Attention to detail

Tools

Polishing machines

Compounds

Finishing products

Job description

Salary: Up to £45,000 Depending on Experience

Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Hours: Monday - Friday - 08:00 - 17:00

LOOKING FOR A ROLE WHERE YOUR SKILLS ARE RECOGNIZED, YOUR ATTENTION TO DETAIL IS VALUED, AND YOUR EARNING POTENTIAL REFLECTS YOUR EXPERIENCE?

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Car Polisher to join a professional accident repair centre, working within a modern workshop environment where quality workmanship and a flawless finish are key priorities.

With a competitive salary of up to £45,000 depending on experience, this position offers the opportunity to develop your skills and build a long-term career within a professional bodyshop team. Enjoy a consistent Monday-to-Friday working pattern with no weekend commitments, alongside ongoing training, career development and the chance to take pride in delivering outstanding results.

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?

• Competitive Salary - Up to £45,000 Depending on Experience
• Monday to Friday Working Pattern - 08:00-17:00
• Ongoing Training and Development
• Career Progression Opportunities

THE ROLE

As an Experienced Car Polisher, you will be responsible for polishing and refining repaired and refinished vehicles to achieve a high-quality, professional finish. Working alongside the wider accident repair team, you will ensure vehicles meet exacting presentation standards before being returned to customers.

Key Responsibilities:

• Polish and refine painted vehicle surfaces to achieve a smooth, high-quality finish.
• Remove paint imperfections, scratches, swirl marks and other surface defects where appropriate.
• Carry out machine polishing, paint correction and finishing work to a consistently high standard.
• Inspect completed paintwork and identify areas requiring further refinement.
• Work closely with Paint Sprayers, Panel Technicians and the wider bodyshop team to maintain an efficient repair process.
• Ensure vehicles meet the required quality and presentation standards before final inspection.
• Maintain polishing equipment, tools and working areas in a clean, safe and organised condition.
• Follow relevant quality control procedures and Health & Safety requirements.

ABOUT YOU

We're looking for a skilled, detail-oriented Car Polisher who takes pride in producing exceptional results and understands the importance of a flawless vehicle finish.

• Previous experience as a Car Polisher, Automotive Polisher or Vehicle Refinishing Technician within an accident repair centre, bodyshop or automotive environment.
• Strong knowledge of machine polishing, paint correction and vehicle finishing techniques.
• Experience removing paint defects and refining repaired or freshly painted surfaces.
• Confident using professional polishing machines, compounds and finishing products.
• Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to consistently high standards of workmanship.
• Ability to work efficiently while maintaining quality in a busy workshop environment.
• A reliable, professional approach with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• A full UK driving licence would be advantageous.

Alternative Job Titles: Car Polisher / Automotive Polisher / Vehicle Polisher / Paintwork Polisher / Machine Polisher / Automotive Paint Correction Technician / Vehicle Refinishing Technician / Bodyshop Polisher / Vehicle Finishing Technician.