Paint Sprayer - Wernick Hire

SeeMe Hired Ltd; Wickford; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonus scheme

Generous holiday

Pension scheme

Annual salary review

Free parking

Life assurance

Training opportunities

Job summary

Wernick Hire is seeking a skilled Paint Sprayer to finish modular units to high standards in a fast-paced production environment. You will apply one-coat paint systems, prepare surfaces, and ensure durability and weather resistance while maintaining safety and efficiency.

This role offers a competitive salary, bonus scheme, generous holiday allowance, pension, and ongoing training opportunities within a family-run business with a 90+ year history.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a paint sprayer in manufacturing or industrial settings.
• Confident in spraying one-coat paint systems.
• Keen eye for detail and commitment to high-quality workmanship.
• Ability to work under pressure in a busy manufacturing facility.
• Strong customer focus and reliability as a team member.

Responsibilities

• Apply one-coat paint systems to steel modular units as directed.
• Prepare units for spray (cleaning, masking, surface preparation).
• Seal joints with flexible sealers to ensure weather resistance and finish quality.
• Ensure paint finishes are durable and meet specifications.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area and meet production targets.
• Operate spray equipment safely and perform basic maintenance.

Skills

Paint sprayer experience

Attention to detail

Working under pressure

Customer focus

Punctuality

Team player

Job description

Paint Sprayer - Wernick Hire

Exciting Opportunity: Join Us as a Paint Sprayer at Wernick Hire!

Wernick Hire, the UK’s largest and longest-standing provider of modular buildings and site accommodation, is looking for a skilled Paint Sprayer to be a key player in our thriving depot!

About Us: Since 1934, Wernick Hire has been a proud, family-run company with a rich history of growth and innovation. Celebrating 90 years of successful trading, we've doubled our profits in the last five years alone. Our success is fueled by the enthusiasm, vision, and genuine can-do spirit of our team members. Join us and be part of a company where your skills and dedication are truly valued!

About the role

As a Paint Sprayer, you will play a key role in the finishing of our modular units, ensuring all products meet our high standards of quality, durability and appearance. You will be working in a fast-paced production environment where attention to detail and pride in workmanship are essential.

Key Responsibilities:

• Confidently applying one-coat paint systemsto steel modular units
• Preparing units for spray, including cleaning, masking and surface preparation
• Sealing joints using flexible sealersto ensure a high-quality finish and weather resistance
• Ensuring paint finishes are consistent, durable and meet specification
• Maintaining a clean eye for detailto achieve a professional finish on every unit
• Working efficiently to meet production targets and deadlines
• Operating spray equipment safely and carrying out basic maintenance as required
• Adhering to all health and safetyprocedures at all times
• Maintaining a tidy and organised work area
• Working collaboratively with other departments to ensure smooth production flow

Skills & Experience:

• Proven experience as a paint sprayer, ideally within a manufacturing or industrial environment
• Confident in spraying one-coat paint systems
• A keen eye for detailand commitment to high-quality workmanship
• Ability to work well under pressurein a busy manufacturing facility
• Strong customer focus, understanding the importance of delivering a high-quality finished product
• Experience sealing joints with flexible sealers (desirable)
• Health and safety conscious, with a responsible and methodical approach to work
• Reliable, punctual and able to work both independently and as part of a team

Your Future with the Wernick Group

At Wernick, you're more than an employee; you're a vital part of a team that’s building the future of construction. Join us in our journey of continuous innovation and commitment to quality, and let's be 'Altogether Stronger'.

• Competitive salary and bonus scheme
• Generous holiday allowance (rising with service)
• Option to sell or carry over up to 5 days holiday
• Christmas Shutdown
• Early finish Friday
• Group pension scheme
• Annual Salary review – takes place each January
• Long service awards
• Employee of the Month awards
• Customer service awards
• Life Assurance
• Personal Accident Insurance
• Free onsite parking
• Employee assistance programme
• Training and progression opportunities
• Family run and well established, secure company (trading over 90 years)
• Open door policy
• Employee Referral scheme
• Benefits scheme (discounted retailers such as money off Apple, Virgin Atlantic Holidays, Currys, Argos, Tesco and restaurants including Harvester, Miller and Carter, Nandos and many more)
• Corporate Eyecare Scheme through Specsavers
• Ideas portal (message the CEO) and awards for implemented suggestions
• Cycle to work scheme
• Annual paid volunteering day

We are an equalopportunitiesemployer and welcome applications from all sections of the community. We thank you in advance for your interest in this role and our company.

The company is unable to sponsor employment of international workers in this role. You will be required to provide evidence of your right to work in the UK.

Please note, this vacancy is subject to close earlier than the stated closing date dependent on application numbers

About the company

The Wernick Group of Companies has a proud history stretching back to 1934, growing from a humble maker of poultry crates to become Britain’s largest independent manufacturer and hirer of portable and modular accommodation.

Required Criteria

• Proven experience as a paint sprayer, ideally within a manufacturing or industrial environment
• Confident in spraying one-coat paint systems
• A keen eye for detail and commitment to high-quality workmanship
• Ability to work well under pressure in a busy manufacturing facility
• Strong customer focus, understanding the importance of delivering a high-quality finished product
• Reliable, punctual and able to work both independently and as part of a team

Desired Criteria

• Experience sealing joints with flexible sealers