Paint Technician

Resource Management Solutions; North Killingholme; On-site; GBP 69,200,000 - 77,146,000; Full time

Job summary

Resource Management Solutions is seeking a Vehicle Paint Technician for a 3-month fixed-term contract in Killingholme. The role involves performing paint repairs using SMART techniques to ensure vehicles meet high standards before dispatch.

You will work under the Workshop Manager, complete colour matching and paint rectification tests, and ensure compliance with health and safety rules. A NVQ in Vehicle Spraying and at least 2 years' experience are preferred; salary is £24.15 per hour.

Qualifications

• NVQ or equivalent in Vehicle spraying or related field.
• Minimum 2 years' experience in vehicle paint spraying.
• Must pass skills test on colour matching and paint rectification.
• Basic knowledge of health and safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and perform paint repairs as required.
• Ensure vehicles are painted to manufacturer standards using SMART techniques.
• Use materials according to manufacturer's instructions with minimal waste.
• Remove, fit, and replace protectors, decals and transfers.
• Apply finishing materials (water- and solvent-based).
• Carry out masking and sanding procedures.
• Prepare substrate for refinishing.
• Match colours and perform paint rectification and touch-ups.
• Carry out buffering and burnishing.
• Inspect paint and trim to determine repair procedures.
• Maintain workshop tools and equipment.
• Follow health and safety procedures at all times.
• Undertake any other duties as directed.

Skills

Vehicle paint spraying

Colour matching

Health & safety awareness

Test passing capability

Education

NVQ in Vehicle Spraying

Equivalent qualification

Job description

Job Description:

We are thrilled to announce exciting new Fixed Term Contract positions for skilled Paint Technicians in our newly refurbished, state-of-the-art workshop. Join our team and play a vital role in delivering exceptional vehicle paint repairs, ensuring our clients receive nothing but the highest standard of service.

Job Details:

• Location: Killingholme
• Position: Vehicle Paint Technician
• Contract: This is a 3 month Fixed Term Contract
• Start date: ASAP Following a successful skills test
• Salary: £24.15 per hour.

About the role?

Working under the supervision and co-ordination of the Workshop Manager, you will be responsible for carrying out any necessary minor paint work repairs using small, medium area repair technology (SMART) to ensure vehicles are in pristine condition prior to dispatch and that all vehicles comply with company standards and health and safety regulations.

Key responsibilities of the Role:

• To prepare and carry out any necessary paint repairs.
• To ensure that all vehicles are painted to the manufacturers required standard using appropriate repair techniques (SMART)
• To ensure materials are used within the manufacturer’s instruction and minimal usage for effective repair.
• To remove and replace / Fit protector mouldings, transfers and decals.
• To apply finishing materials, water and solvency based materials.
• To carry out masking and sanding procedures.
• To prepare substrate for refinishing
• To apply colour matching techniques and to carry out paint rectification and touch up work.
• To carry out buffering and burnishing.
• To inspect paint and trim work to ascertain recommended repair procedures.
• To maintain the upkeep of all workshop tools and equipment
• To ensure health & safety procedures are followed at all times.
• To undertake any other duties as directed commensurate with the level of the job function.

About you?

• To be successful, you must be over 22 years old, possess a valid driver’s license with fewer than 6 penalty points, and have no DR10 offenses for insurance purposes.
• The ideal candidate will have a NVQ (or equivalent) in Vehicle spraying or similar.
• The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 2 years’ experience in vehicle paint spraying.
• The ideal candidate will be required to pass a skills test where they will be tested on Colour Matching Techniques, Paint rectification and touch up work using both Water and Solvency based materials.
• The ideal candidate will have basic understanding of health and safety and cooperate with managers to comply with Health & Safety regulations.

If you’re ready to be part of a dynamic team and ensure our vehicles are always in top condition, we want to hear from you!

RMS is an equal opportunities employer.