Painter & Prepper

AutoSkills (United Kingdom); Birmingham; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime opportunities

Career progression

Monday–Friday pattern

Modern, well-equipped bodyshop

Job summary

AutoSkills (United Kingdom) in Birmingham seeks an experienced Prepper / Painter to join our professional accident repair centre. You will prepare and paint accident-damaged vehicles and panels to high standards, working within a skilled bodyshop team.

The role offers a salary up to £40,000 depending on experience, plus overtime opportunities, with a Monday–Friday pattern and potential career progression in a modern workshop environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Prepper or Painter in an accident repair centre or bodyshop.
• Strong prep skills: sanding, filling, masking and priming.
• Experience with automotive paint systems and refinishing techniques.

Responsibilities

• Prepare vehicles and panels for paint, including sanding, filling, masking and priming.
• Carry out paint spraying and refinishing work to a high standard.
• Complete full/partial paint repairs, colour matching and blending as required.
• Mix and apply automotive paint systems per manufacturer specs.
• Polish and finish to achieve a high-quality result.
• Inspect work and rectify imperfections as needed.
• Collaborate with Panel Technicians, MET Technicians and Workshop Controllers.
• Follow repair methods, quality standards and Health & Safety procedures.

Skills

Prepper

Painter

Paint Sprayer

Colour Matching

Team Player

Job description

Salary: Up to £40,000 Plus Overtime Depending on Experience

Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Hours: Monday - Friday - 08:00 - 16:30

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 your next move, this is an excellent opportunity to join a professional accident repair centre where quality workmanship, technical ability and experience are genuinely valued.

Offering a salary of up to £40,000 depending on experience, plus the opportunity to increase your earnings through overtime, you'll benefit from a consistent Monday to Friday working pattern with no weekend commitments. You'll work within a modern, well-equipped bodyshop alongside a skilled team, giving you the opportunity to develop your skills, take pride in your workmanship and build a stable, long-term career within a professional accident repair environment.

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?

• Competitive Salary - Up to £40,000 DOE
• Overtime Earning Opportunities
• Monday to Friday Working Pattern
• Career Progression Opportunities

THE ROLE

As an Experienced Prepper / Painter, you will be responsible for preparing and painting accident-damaged vehicles and panels to a consistently high standard. You'll work as part of a skilled bodyshop team, ensuring vehicles are prepared correctly and finished to professional industry and manufacturer standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare vehicles and panels for paint, including sanding, filling, masking and priming
• Carry out paint spraying and refinishing work to a consistently high standard
• Complete full and partial paint repairs, colour matching and blending where required
• Mix and apply automotive paint systems in accordance with manufacturer specifications
• Carry out polishing and finishing work to achieve a high-quality finish
• Inspect completed work and rectify any imperfections where required
• Work closely with Panel Technicians, MET Technicians and Workshop Controllers
• Follow manufacturer repair methods, bodyshop quality standards and Health & Safety procedures

ABOUT YOU

• Proven experience as a Prepper, Painter, Paint Sprayer or Paint Technician within an accident repair centre or bodyshop
• Strong preparation skills including sanding, filling, masking and priming
• Experience with automotive paint systems and refinishing techniques
• Knowledge of colour matching, blending and paint application
• Ability to produce high-quality finishes while working efficiently to agreed repair times
• Excellent attention to detail with a strong focus on workmanship and quality
• Ability to work effectively within a fast-paced production environment
• Strong team player with a professional, reliable and positive attitude
• IMI and/or ATA qualifications advantageous but not essential
• Full UK Driving Licence preferred

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

This is an excellent opportunity to join a professional accident repair business that values its employees, offers genuine career progression and provides long-term stability within a modern working environment.