Night Shift Rail Vehicle Painter & Finishing Tech

Alstom; Compton; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid breaks

Subsistence allowance

Job summary

Alstom UK — Derby is seeking a skilled Vehicle Paint Sprayer for night shifts to finish large rail vehicles to high quality standards. You will perform full surface preparation, priming, spraying, and final finishing in a safety-critical production environment.

Role requires experience in paint finishing or spray painting, the ability to read technical instructions, and a strong eye for detail. Night shifts run 18:00–06:00 with enhanced overtime rates and a 48-hour week.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in paint finishing or spray painting.
• Ability to prepare, prime, and finish large surface areas.
• Experience working from technical instructions and specifications.
• Strong attention to detail and quality control.
• Ability to work in a physically demanding environment.
• Ability and willingness to work permanent night shifts.

Responsibilities

• Carry out full surface preparation on rolling stock (sanding, keying, masking, filling).
• Apply primer and topcoat systems, including 2K paint systems.
• Spray large vehicle surfaces to a high-quality standard.
• Complete finishing work including polishing, defect removal, and snagging.
• Carry out touch-ups and rectification work on completed vehicles.
• Apply detailed livery designs accurately to specification.
• Work from technical drawings, written instructions, and job sheets.
• Maintain high standards of safety, cleanliness, and quality.
• Work effectively as part of a fast-paced production team.

Skills

Paint finishing

Spray painting

Technical instructions

Tools

2K systems

Hydro topcoats

Job description

Alstom UK — Derby is seeking a skilled Vehicle Paint Sprayer for night shifts to finish large rail vehicles to high quality standards. You will perform full surface preparation, priming, spraying, and final finishing in a safety-critical production environment.

Role requires experience in paint finishing or spray painting, the ability to read technical instructions, and a strong eye for detail. Night shifts run 18:00–06:00 with enhanced overtime rates and a 48-hour week.