Vehicle Paint Sprayers Days - Rail

Alstom; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Alstom UK - Derby is seeking a Paint Sprayer/Vehicle Paint Technician to deliver high-quality paint finishing on large rail vehicles, including prep, priming and finishing in a safety-critical production environment.

You will work a dayshift on a 45-hour week (Mon-Thu 06:00–16:30, Fri 06:00–11:00) with blended pay. Experience with 2K paints, water-based systems and working from technical drawings is preferred.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in paint finishing or spray painting.
• Ability to prepare, prime, and finish large surface areas.
• Experience with technical instructions and specifications.
• Strong attention to detail and quality control.
• Physically demanding environment.

Responsibilities

• Carry out full surface preparation on rolling stock (sanding, keying, masking, filling).
• Apply primer and topcoat systems, including 2K paint systems.
• Spray large vehicle surfaces to a high-quality standard.
• Complete finishing work including polishing, defect removal, and snagging.
• Carry out touch-ups and rectification work on completed vehicles.
• Apply detailed livery designs accurately to specification.
• Work from technical drawings, written instructions, and job sheets.
• Maintain high standards of safety, cleanliness, and quality.
• Work effectively as part of a fast-paced production team.

Skills

Paint finishing

Spray painting

Detail oriented

Safety conscious

Tools

2K paint systems

Hydro topcoats

Water-based paints

Job description

Vehicle Paint Sprayers Days - Rail

Date: 2026-09-17

Location: United Kingdom

Country Code: GB

Type: Any

Closing Date: 2026-12-16T19:00:27.347

Paint Sprayer / Vehicle Paint Technician - Rolling Stock

Department: Rolling Stock Maintenance / Vehicle Finishing Team

Client: Alstom UK - Derby

Large-scale rail manufacturing and refurbishment environment Voyager Refurbishment project and the follow-on CL222 Refurbishment project until September 2028

Role Purpose

This role involves delivering high-quality paint finishing on large rail vehicles, including full surface preparation, priming, spraying, and final finishing. You will be working in a safety-critical, physically demanding production environment where precision and finish quality are essential. Candidates from a range of engineering and vehicle finishing backgrounds will be considered.

Location & Working Pattern

• Location: Derby
• Shifts: Days
• Minimum hours per week: 45
• Immediate starts available

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out full surface preparation on rolling stock (sanding, keying, masking, filling)
• Apply primer and topcoat systems, including 2K paint systems
• Spray large vehicle surfaces to a high-quality standard
• Complete finishing work including polishing, defect removal, and snagging
• Carry out touch-ups and rectification work on completed vehicles
• Apply detailed livery designs accurately to specification
• Work from technical drawings, written instructions, and job sheets
• Maintain high standards of safety, cleanliness, and quality
• Work effectively as part of a fast-paced production team

Shifts, Salary & Benefits

Note: The shift is a single continuous day shift with blended pay rates applied across early and late hours within the shift.

• Days, Monday - Thursday (45 hr week total):
• 06:00 - 16:30
• Friday 06:00 - 11:00
• Pay Rates:
• 06:00-14:00: £19.57 PAYE / £26.17 Umbrella
• 14:00-16:30: £24.06 PAYE / £28.09 Umbrella

Required Skills & Experience

Essential

• Previous experience in paint finishing or spray painting
• Ability to prepare, prime, and finish large surface areas
• Experience working from technical instructions and specifications
• Strong attention to detail and quality control
• Ability to work in a physically demanding environment

Desirable

• Experience in rail, automotive, marine, aviation, HGV, or plant industries
• Water-based paint system experience
• Knowledge of 2K systems and Hydro topcoats
• Ability to mix and match paint colours accurately
• Experience with pressure pot spray systems
• Experience working with aluminium components (awareness of sensitivity considerations)

Key Competencies

• Strong attention to detail and pride in workmanship
• Ability to follow structured processes consistently
• Team-oriented approach in a high-volume production environment
• Consistency across large surface applications
• Reliable and committed to shift-based work
• Safety-focused at all times
• Willingness to learn and develop new techniques

Health, Safety & Compliance

• Drug & Alcohol test required prior to start
• Full compliance with PPE and site safety rules
• Safe handling of coatings, chemicals, and equipment
• Adherence to COSHH and environmental procedures
• Working within a safety-critical manufacturing environment

Rullion celebrates and supports diversity and is committed to ensuring equal opportunities for both employees and applicants.