Paint Sprayer

Auto Skills UK; Henley-on-Thames; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

40-hour week

Weekends off

Permanent employment

Job summary

Auto Skills UK in Henley-on-Thames is seeking a Paint Sprayer/Paint Technician to refinish accident-damaged vehicles to a high standard using manufacturer-approved methods. The role offers a settled 40-hour week, Monday to Friday, with weekends free and a permanent contract.

You will be responsible for masking, painting, colour matching and blending to achieve a flawless finish, working safely in a spray booth and collaborating with other technicians to keep repairs on schedule.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Paint Sprayer or Paint Technician in an accident repair centre.
• Recognised apprenticeship or Level 3 qualification in Vehicle Accident Repair Paint (NVQ / IMI / SVQ / VRQ / ATA or equivalent).
• Confident with waterborne paint systems, colour matching and blending.
• A keen eye for detail and pride in producing a high-quality finish.
• Good understanding of safe working practices in a spray booth environment.
• A reliable, organised approach and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Preparing vehicles for paint, including masking and final surface checks.
• Mixing paint and achieving accurate colour matches, including tinting and blending where required.
• Applying primers, base coats and clear coats to a consistently high standard.
• Blending repairs into adjacent panels for an invisible finish.
• Carrying out polishing and rectification work to remove any defects.
• Following manufacturer repair methods and paint system procedures.
• Working safely in the spray booth, following health and safety procedures and correct PPE use.
• Working with Panel and MET Technicians to keep repairs on schedule.

Skills

Colour matching

Tinting

Blending

Masking

Safety procedures

Education

NVQ/IMI/SVQ/VRQ/ATA or equivalent

Tools

Waterborne paint systems

Job description

PAINT SPRAYER / PAINT TECHNICIAN

Location: Henley-on-Thames
Salary: £45,000 - £50,000+ Basic Salary DOE
OTE: £55,000+
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week

Are you a skilled Paint Sprayer who wants a 40-hour week with your weekends kept free? This role in Henley-on-Thames offers a settled Monday to Friday working pattern in a professional accident repair environment, where quality refinishing work is valued.

If you take pride in a flawless finish and an accurate colour match, this could be the right next step in your career.

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?

• Basic Salary: £45,000 - £50,000+ DOE.
• OTE: £55,000+.
• 40-Hour Week: A Monday to Friday working pattern.
• Weekends Off: No weekend working.
• Permanent Employment: A full-time, permanent position.

THE ROLE

As a Paint Sprayer / Paint Technician, you will refinish accident-damaged vehicles to a high standard, returning them to their pre-accident appearance using manufacturer-approved methods and paint systems.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Preparing vehicles for paint, including masking and final surface checks.
• Mixing paint and achieving accurate colour matches, including tinting and blending where required.
• Applying primers, base coats and clear coats to a consistently high standard.
• Blending repairs into adjacent panels for an invisible finish.
• Carrying out polishing and rectification work to remove any defects.
• Following manufacturer repair methods and paint system procedures.
• Working safely in the spray booth, following health and safety procedures and correct PPE use.
• Working with Panel and MET Technicians to keep repairs on schedule.

ABOUT YOU

• Previous experience as a Paint Sprayer or Paint Technician within an accident repair centre or Bodyshop.
• Recognised apprenticeship or Level 3 qualification in Vehicle Accident Repair Paint (NVQ / IMI / SVQ / VRQ / ATA or equivalent).
• Confident with waterborne paint systems, colour matching and blending.
• A keen eye for detail and pride in producing a high-quality finish.
• Good understanding of safe working practices in a spray booth environment.
• A reliable, organised approach and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.

Right to Work

Right to Work: Candidates must have the right to work in the UK. Proof of eligibility will be required prior to employment.