Paint Sprayer

AutoSkills (United Kingdom); Gloucester; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

AutoSkills (United Kingdom) is offering a trainee Paint Sprayer role within a modern accident repair centre in Gloucester. You’ll start as a Vehicle Prepper, receiving hands-on training from experienced Paint Sprayers and mentoring to progress into a fully qualified Vehicle Paint Sprayer.

Ideal candidates have about six months experience in a bodyshop or prep/pain environment, a passion for vehicle refinishing, and a willingness to learn.

Qualifications

• Six months' experience within a bodyshop, vehicle prepper or paint environment.
• Genuine passion for vehicle refinishing and the automotive industry.
• Willingness to learn and develop new skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and pride in producing high-quality work.
• Positive attitude with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Prepare vehicles and panels ready for painting.
• Sand, mask and prime vehicles to a high standard.
• Assist experienced Paint Sprayers with vehicle refinishing.
• Learn colour matching and paint mixing techniques.
• Carry out quality checks before and after painting.
• Develop knowledge of modern repair methods and water-based paint systems.
• Maintain a clean, organised and safe working environment.
• Work closely with the wider bodyshop team to ensure repairs are completed efficiently.

Skills

Six months bodyshop experience

Attention to detail

Willingness to learn

Team player

Job description

Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent (Monday to Friday, 8:00am – 5:00pm)

Looking for a role where you can build a long-term career, develop your skills, and become a fully qualified Vehicle Paint Sprayer?

If you've gained around six months' experience in a vehicle prepper, paint or bodyshop environment and are eager to take the next step, this is an excellent opportunity to join a modern accident repair centre that genuinely invests in its people. You'll work alongside experienced Paint Sprayers who will mentor and support you while you learn the latest vehicle refinishing techniques.

This is more than just another prepper role. It's an opportunity to build a long-term career within a professional bodyshop, receive ongoing training, and progress into a fully skilled Vehicle Paint Sprayer while working in a clean, modern workshop with excellent equipment.

The Role

As a Vehicle Prepper / Trainee Paint Sprayer, you'll support the paint department by preparing vehicles for refinishing while learning every stage of the paint process. You'll receive hands‑on training from experienced technicians, developing the skills needed to become a qualified Vehicle Paint Sprayer.

Your Responsibilities

Prepare vehicles and panels ready for painting.

Sand, mask and prime vehicles to a high standard.

Assist experienced Paint Sprayers with vehicle refinishing.

Learn colour matching and paint mixing techniques.

Carry out quality checks before and after painting.

Develop your knowledge of modern repair methods and water‑based paint systems.

Maintain a clean, organised and safe working environment.

Work closely with the wider bodyshop team to ensure repairs are completed efficiently.

What We're Looking For

Around six months' experience within a bodyshop, vehicle prepper or paint environment.

A genuine passion for vehicle refinishing and the automotive industry.

A willingness to learn and develop new skills.

Excellent attention to detail and pride in producing high‑quality work.

A positive attitude with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

Full UK Driving Licence preferred.

What's On Offer

Monday to Friday working hours (8:00am – 5:00pm).

Ongoing training from experienced Vehicle Paint Sprayers.

Modern, fully equipped accident repair centre.

Genuine career progression into a fully qualified Vehicle Paint Sprayer.

Stable employer offering excellent long‑term career opportunities.

Supportive management team and professional working environment.

Working Hours

Monday to Friday

8:00am – 5:00pm