Paintshop Operative - Fixed Term Contract

Liebherr Great Britain; Biggleswade; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Liebherr-Great Britain Ltd. in Biggleswade is recruiting a Fixed-Term Paintshop Operative to support the paint shop operations on site.

You will prepare, mix and apply primers and topcoats to a range of commercial vehicles, plant machinery and components, using spray equipment and manual methods, with attention to quality and safety. The role involves accurate documentation, potential travel to off-site locations, and collaboration within the team to meet production standards.

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar role or industry.
• Background in automotive/commercial spraying with emphasis on quality.
• Knowledge of current paint technology and application techniques.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and carry out painting using spray equipment or brushes on various vehicles and equipment.
• Complete related documentation accurately and on time.
• Travel to off-site locations for paint shop activities when required.
• Collaborate with team and be prepared for extended hours as needed.
• Ensure adherence to Safety, Quality, Environmental, Financial and Operational policies.

Skills

Experience in a similar role

Automotive spraying

Paint technology

Job description

Paintshop Operative - Fixed Term ContractBiggleswade

Liebherr Great Britain is currently recruiting for a Fixed-Term Paintshop Operative to join our depot in Biggleswade.

In this role, you will play a key part in supporting the Paint Shop operation, helping to deliver exceptional customer satisfaction through high-quality workmanship and attention to detail. You will contribute to maintaining a safe, efficient, and productive working environment while ensuring all tasks are completed to the highest standards.

As a Paintshop Operative, you will support the ongoing success of Liebherr-Great Britain Ltd by working in line with the Company's key result areas: Business Performance, Customer Focus, People & Teamwork, and Leadership.

Your Role

• To prepare and carry out all aspects of painting using the latest spray equipment as well as manual brush and roll paint methods to all types of commercial vehicles, plant machinery, structures and components and mobile cranes, using compliant two-pack primers and topcoats.
• To prepare and carry out all aspects of preparation to all types of commercial vehicles and plant machinery, structures and components. This to include de-greasing, masking, flatting and basic filler repairs and corrosion removal as necessary as well as preparation (using both mechanical and manual methods and equipment, orbital sanders, needle-guns and abrasive tools) to exacting specifications in accordance with quality and production standards.
• All documentation relating to the work activities must be completed fully, accurately and in a timely manner.
• Travelling to off-site locations as may be requested from time to time to undertake paint shop related activities, promotional work or training. This might also involve travel overseas.
• Collaborative team-working within the department which may include additional extended working hours or shift working from time to time.
• To ensure as far as possible that any commercial risks to the company are eliminated when dealing with customers and suppliers.
• In all activities to ensure that the Safety, Quality, Environmental, Financial and Operational policies of the company are adhered to and promoted, and that company procedures, both operational and administrative, are maintained.
• Takes responsibility for self-development and continually identifies ways of improving technical skills.
  
  

Your Profile

• Able to demonstrate previous experience in a similar role and / or industry
• A strong background in automotive or commercial spraying in environments where quality outputs are considered essential.
• Able to demonstrate knowledge of the latest paint technology and application techniques.
  
  

What we are offering

• The opportunity to work with the industry-leading manufacturer.
• Secure and progressive work environment.
• Competitive salary and benefits.
• Training and personal development
  
  

Have we awoken your interest? Then we look forward to receiving your online application. If you have any questions, please contact Aleksandra Szczepanska.

One Passion. Many Opportunities.

Job ID 84025 Division Liebherr International Company Liebherr-Great Britain Ltd. Area of employment Production Country United Kingdom Entry level Professionals Type of contract full time

The company

Liebherr-Great Britain Ltd. belongs to the Liebherr Group of Companies and is responsible for sales- and servicing of Liebherr's products throughout the United Kingdom and Ireland.

Location

Liebherr-Great Britain Ltd.

Normandy Lane

SG18 8QB Biggleswade

United Kingdom

Contact

Aleksandra Szczepanska