Vehicle Body & Paint Technician

Prime Appointments; Great Easton; On-site; GBP 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialized automotive company in Great Dunmow is seeking a Heritage Vehicle Body & Paint Technician to restore classic vehicles to a concours-standard finish. You will manage your own projects, work independently in a clean workshop, and contribute to high-quality results. This full-time, permanent position offers competitive pay up to £42,000 and the chance to grow within a valued team.

Benefits

Work on classical and prestigious cars

Professional workshop environment

Opportunity for growth

Qualifications

• Proven background in vehicle shaping and painting, ideally on classic or vintage vehicles.
• Strong knowledge of 2-pack and acrylic systems.
• Ability to work independently to high standards.

Responsibilities

• Shape, repair, and restore vehicle bodywork to concours-standard finish.
• Prepare and paint panels using 2-pack and acrylic paint systems.
• Manage restoration projects from prep to final polish.

Skills

Vehicle shaping and painting

Knowledge of 2K paint systems

Independence

Attention to detail

Job description

Overview

Heritage Vehicle Body & Paint Technician - Dunmow, Essex - £42,000 (DOE) - Perm

Location: Great Dunmow, Essex

Salary: Competitive, up to £42,000 (DOE)

Hours: 7:30am - 5:30pm, Monday to Friday

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

What you\'ll be doing

• Shaping, repairing and restoring vehicle bodywork to concours-standard finish
• Interiors & exteriors
• Preparing and painting panels using 2-pack and acrylic paint systems
• Refinishing classic bodywork to match original specifications and finishes
• Managing your own restoration projects from prep to final polish
• Working independently in a clean, well-equipped coachbuilding workshop
• Maintaining a tidy work area and contributing to high-quality team output

What you\'ll need

• A proven background in vehicle shaping and painting - ideally on classic, vintage or heritage vehicles
• Strong knowledge of 2K and acrylic systems
• The ability to work independently to tight deadlines and exacting standards
• A genuine interest in craftsmanship and pride in producing show-level results

Benefits

• Work on classical and prestigious cars
• Be part of a team that values quality over quantity
• Competitive pay and a clean, professional workshop environment
• An opportunity to grow within a specialist company that takes pride in tradition

If you\'re a skilled technician looking to take your career to the next level in a specialist environment, please apply online today or call and ask for Louie, we\'d love to hear from you.