Paint Sprayer

Auto Skills UK; Walsall; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary up to £42k

Mon-Fri pattern

08:30–17:00 hours

Full-Time

40-hour week

Modern workshop

Training & Development

Career progression

Job summary

Auto Skills UK in Walsall is seeking an Experienced Prepper / Painter to join a professional bodyshop team. The role offers a stable, long-term position with a salary up to £42,000 depending on experience and a Monday to Friday schedule.

You will prepare and paint accident-damaged vehicles to a high standard, collaborate with the team, and contribute to a safe, efficient workshop environment while pursuing ongoing training and career progression.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as Prepper / Painter in automotive bodyshop.
• Strong knowledge of vehicle preparation and paint application.
• Experience with sanding, filling, masking, priming and panel prep.
• Attention to detail and commitment to quality.

Responsibilities

• Prepare vehicles and panels for painting.
• Apply paint and refinish to high standard.
• Colour matching, blending and polishing as required.
• Inspect finished work and rectify imperfections.
• Maintain tools and workshop cleanliness.

Skills

Prepper experience

Painter experience

Paint application techniques

Color matching

Quality focus

Team player

Deadline oriented

Driving licence

Education

IMI ATA qualifications

Job description

EXPERIENCED PREPPER / PAINTER

Location: Walsall

Salary: Up to £42,000 Depending on Experience

Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Hours: Monday - Friday - 08:30 - 17:00

Looking for a role where your preparation and painting skills are recognised, your earning potential is rewarded, and your career can continue to progress?

If you're an experienced Prepper / Painter looking for a stable, long-term position, this is an excellent opportunity to join a professional accident repair centre where quality workmanship and technical ability are genuinely valued.

Offering a salary of up to £42,000 depending on experience, combined with a consistent Monday to Friday working pattern, this role provides an excellent work-life balance with no weekend commitments. You'll be working within a modern, professional bodyshop environment alongside a skilled team, with the opportunity to develop your skills and build a long-term career.

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?

• Competitive Salary - Up to £42,000 DOE
• Monday to Friday Working Pattern
• 08:30am - 5:00pm Working Hours
• Full-Time, Permanent Position
• 40-Hour Working Week
• Modern Workshop Environment
• Ongoing Training & Development
• Career Progression Opportunities

THE ROLE

As an Experienced Prepper / Painter, you will be responsible for preparing and painting accident-damaged vehicles to a consistently high standard. You'll work closely with the wider bodyshop team to ensure vehicles are completed efficiently, safely and to the required quality standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare vehicles and panels for painting, including sanding, filling, masking and priming
• Carry out paint application and refinishing to a high professional standard
• Complete colour matching, blending and polishing where required
• Inspect finished work and rectify any imperfections to ensure a quality finishWork closely with Panel Technicians, MET Technicians and Workshop Controllers
• Maintain tools, equipment and work areas in a clean, safe and professional condition
• Follow manufacturer repair methods, bodyshop quality standards and Health & Safety procedures
• Complete repairs within agreed timescales while maintaining excellent workmanship

ABOUT YOU

We're looking for an experienced and quality-focused Prepper / Painter who takes pride in their work and can consistently deliver high-quality vehicle repairs.

• Proven experience as a Prepper, Painter, Paint Technician or similar within an automotive bodyshop
• Strong knowledge of vehicle preparation and paint application techniques
• Experience with sanding, filling, masking, priming and panel preparation
• Knowledge of colour matching, blending and refinishing techniques
• Excellent attention to detail and a strong commitment to quality
• Ability to work efficiently within a busy accident repair environment
• Able to work to deadlines and agreed production times
• Strong team player with a professional and positive attitude
• IMI and/or ATA qualifications advantageous but not essential
• Full UK Driving Licence preferred

Alternative Job Titles: Prepper / Painter / Paint Sprayer / Paint Technician / Automotive Painter / Vehicle Painter / Paint Refinisher / Bodyshop Painter / Vehicle Prepper / Prep & Paint Technician / Bodyshop Paint Technician / Vehicle Refinisher