Paint Sprayer

MTS; England; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

A British engineering firm is looking for a Paint Sprayer to work in aerospace engineering. The role involves applying specialist coatings with a focus on precision and quality. Key responsibilities include surface preparation, operating curing ovens, and inspecting finishes. Ideal candidates should have proven experience in paint spraying, strong attention to detail, and an understanding of Health & Safety requirements. The position offers competitive salary, benefits like healthcare, and a supportive working environment.

Benefits

9% non-contributory pension

Life assurance (4x salary)

Healthcare Cash Plan

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Option to purchase additional holiday

Personalised training & development

Workplace nursery benefit

Cycle to Work scheme

Subsidised canteen

Employee discounts platform

Qualifications

• Proven experience in paint spraying and surface preparation.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
• Strong understanding of Health & Safety and COSHH requirements.
• Background in a manufacturing or engineering environment.
• Excellent attention to detail and pride in high-quality workmanship.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and cleaning component surfaces.
• Applying paint, trimagard, lacquer, primers, topcoats and dry film lubricants.
• Masking and unmasking to engineering drawings/specifications.
• Operating curing ovens and ensuring full batch traceability.
• Inspecting finishes using visual and automated tools.
• Carrying out touch-ups and ensuring flawless quality.

Skills

Paint spraying

Surface preparation

Attention to detail

Health & Safety knowledge

Job description

Paint Sprayer – Aerospace Engineering

Denham, UB9 | £30,000–£33,000 + 22.5% Shift Allowance (≈ £40,400 OTE)

Mon–Fri | 6.00 am to 2.00 pm and 1.45 pm to 10.00 pm – Alternating Shifts each week

No sponsorship available. Own transport required. Approx. 15‑minute walk from Denham Golf Club Station.

Looking to take your finishing and spraying skills into a high‑impact aerospace environment? Join a British engineering firm renowned for producing world‑class technology that helps protect aircrew around the globe. Our client manufactures ejector seats.

The Role as a Spray Painter

As a Spray Painter Finishing Operative, you’ll apply specialist coatings that play a vital role in the performance and reliability of aerospace components. Working across an impressive on‑site finishing plant, you’ll use your technical precision and eye for detail to ensure every component meets exacting standards.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and cleaning component surfaces
• Applying paint, trimagard, lacquer, primers, topcoats and dry film lubricants using hand‑spray equipment
• Masking and unmasking to engineering drawings/specifications
• Operating curing ovens and ensuring full batch traceability
• Inspecting finishes using visual and automated tools, including paint thickness and gloss measurements
• Carrying out touch‑ups and ensuring flawless quality

Qualifications

• Proven experience in paint spraying and surface preparation
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications
• Strong understanding of Health & Safety and COSHH requirements
• Background in a manufacturing or engineering environment
• Excellent attention to detail and pride in high‑quality workmanship

Benefits

• 9% non‑contributory pension
• Life assurance (4x salary)
• Healthcare Cash Plan
• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
• Option to purchase additional holiday
• Personalised training & development
• Workplace nursery benefit
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Subsidised canteen
• Employee discounts platform

Interested? Apply today or call Andrea 07999108785