Paint Sprayer

Tru Talent; Sevenoaks; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Achievable Bonus

Flexible working hours

Brand training

Additional qualifications

Job summary

Tru Talent is seeking a skilled Paint Sprayer to join our Kent-based automotive team. You will handle water-based paint systems, prepare vehicles, and deliver high-quality finishes in a busy workshop.

The role demands experience in car painting, adherence to safety standards, and the ability to work a 42.5-hour week with opportunities for training and career development.

Qualifications

• Experience in vehicle paint spraying from start to finish.
• Proficiency with water-based paints.
• Stable work history in car painting environments.
• City & Guilds or ATA accreditation is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of vehicle repair techniques is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Prepare vehicles for painting: sanding, masking, priming.
• Mix paints to match colours and apply with spray guns.
• Ensure smooth paint application without runs or sags.
• Perform touch-ups and finish work as required.
• Maintain and clean painting equipment and workspace.
• Adhere to safety and environmental regulations.
• Inspect finished work to meet standards and customer expectations.
• Collaborate with team to maintain workflow.

Skills

Paint spraying

Water-based paints

Car painting

ATA accreditation

Safety standards

Education

City & Guilds / ATA accreditation

Job description

Paint Sprayer

Location: Kent

Basic Salary: Up to £50,000 + Bonus £60,000+

Hours: 42.5h Monday to Friday

Extras: Achievable Bonus, Flexible working hours, Additional qualifications and brand training

Our client is seeking a skilled and experienced Paint Sprayer / Paint Technician / Car Sprayer / Automotive Sprayer / Car Painter. You'll be confident with water-based paints and bring extensive hands-on experience within a vehicle painting environment.

Key Responsibilities of a Paint Sprayer / Paint Technician / Car Sprayer / Automotive Sprayer / Car Painter

• Prepare vehicles for painting by sanding, masking, and priming surfaces
• Mix paint to match colours and apply using spray guns
• Ensure smooth, even paint application without runs, sags, or imperfections
• Perform touch-ups and finish work as required
• Maintain and clean all painting equipment and keep a tidy workspace
• Adhere to all safety and environmental regulations
• Inspect finished work to ensure it meets industry standards and customer expectations
• Collaborate with team members to maintain workflow and deliver high-quality results

Essential Skills and Qualifications for a Paint Sprayer / Paint Technician / Car Sprayer / Automotive Sprayer / Car Painter

• Proven ability to produce high-quality paint spraying from start to finish as a Paint Sprayer / Paint Technician / Car Sprayer / Automotive Sprayer / Car Painter
• Experience with water-based paints
• Stable work history in a car painting environment
• City & Guilds qualification or equivalent ATA accreditation
• Strong up-to-date knowledge of vehicle repair techniques