Paint Prepper - Afters Shift - 0024

ADE Power; Knowsley; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free parking

Health check-ups

Specsavers voucher

GP access 24/7

Paid breaks

Christmas shutdown

Job summary

ADE Power is seeking a detail-oriented Paint Prepper to join our team. This role involves preparing surfaces for painting by cleaning, sanding, masking to ensure a high-quality finish.

The ideal candidate will have experience in surface preparation and a strong understanding of industrial painting processes. Responsibilities include inspecting surfaces, cleaning and degreasing, scraping and sanding, filling cracks, masking, maintaining a safe workspace, and assisting painters with preparation

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Paint Prepper or in a similar role.
• Knowledge of different surface preparation techniques.
• Ability to use sanding, masking, and priming tools effectively.
• Strong attention to detail and quality control.
• Understanding of workplace safety regulations.
• Good hand-eye coordination and physical stamina.

Responsibilities

• Inspect surfaces for contamination, damage, or imperfections.
• Clean and degrease surfaces to be painted.
• Scrape and sand surfaces to remove imperfections.
• Fill cracks, dents, or other imperfections with appropriate filling material.
• Mask and protect areas that should not be painted.
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment.
• Assist painters by preparing paints, cleaning brushes and rollers, and organizing supplies.
• Store paint supplies properly to ensure they remain in good condition.
• Adhere to safety protocols to minimize risk of injury and property damage.

Skills

Surface preparation

Sanding

Masking

Quality control

Safety regulations

Physically fit

Hand-eye coordination

Job description

We are looking for a detail-oriented Paint Prepper to join our team. This role involves preparing surfaces for painting by cleaning, sanding, masking to ensure a high-quality finish. The ideal candidate will have experience in surface preparation and a strong understanding of industrial painting processes.

Responsibilities

• Inspect surfaces for contamination, damage, or imperfections.
• Clean and degrease surfaces to be painted.
• Scrape and sand surfaces to remove imperfections.
• Fill cracks, dents, or other imperfections with appropriate filling material.
• Mask and protect areas that should not be painted.
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment.
• Assist painters by preparing paints, cleaning brushes and rollers, and organizing supplies.
• Store paint supplies properly to ensure they remain in good condition.
• Adhere to safety protocols to minimize risk of injury and property damage.

Requirements

• Previous experience as a Paint Prepper or in a similar role.
• Knowledge of different surface preparation techniques.
• Ability to use sanding, masking, and priming tools effectively.
• Strong attention to detail and quality control.
• Understanding of workplace safety regulations.
• Good hand-eye coordination and physical stamina.

Working Hours

The working hours for this position are 40 hours per week, with a mix of days and afters shifts available:

Days: 6am–2:30pm, Monday to Friday

Afters: 2pm–12:30am, Monday to Thursday. This working pattern includes a 20% shift allowance.

We are closed for all Bank Holidays and we also enjoy a Christmas shutdown until after the New Year.

We believe that great work starts with feeling valued. That’s why we offer a benefits package that supports your wellbeing, rewards your contribution, and helps you thrive both at work and beyond.

• Pay that’s fair and transparent: This role is paid at £13.90 per hour.
• Holidays that grows with you: Begin with 31 days off (bank holidays included) and earn more the longer you’re with us.
• Holiday buy/sell scheme: Need more time off or prefer a bit extra in your pay packet? Our colleagues can buy or sell their holiday days to suit their lifestyle.
• Festive downtime: A full Christmas shutdown so you can truly switch off and recharge.
• Paid breaks: Two paid 15-minute breaks daily, in addition to your 30 minutes unpaid lunch break.
• Health perks: Free workplace health check-ups and Specsavers vouchers.
• Family-first care: Whenever you need it, unlimited 24/7 GP access for you and your nearest and dearest.
• Smart savings: Salary sacrifice scheme to help you make the most of your earnings.
• Peace of mind: Death-in-service cover for added security.
• Free parking: Because your commute shouldn’t cost extra.
• Settling in made simple: With structured training, helpful colleagues and a clear plan, you’ll feel confident and supported every step of the way.
• Room to grow: Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• Supportive culture: A collaborative, inclusive environment where your ideas and contributions are truly valued.