Vehicle Painter

www.findapprenticeship.service.gov.uk - Jobboard; Stretford; On-site; GBP 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading accident repair group in Stretford is seeking a Vehicle Painter with at least 3 years of experience. Responsibilities include preparing and painting vehicles to a high standard, ensuring quality results that meet insurer standards. The ideal candidate should work efficiently within a team and thrive in a fast-paced environment. The role offers a competitive salary and multiple benefits, including health and wellbeing support, gym discounts, and career progression opportunities.

Benefits

Accredited Living Wage Employer

Employee assistance programme

Health and wellbeing apps

Cycle scheme

Gym discounts

Retail and restaurant discounts

Life and health insurance

Virtual GP

Enhanced family pay

Free fruit and pizza

Referral bonuses

Recognition rewards

Team event budget

Discounted insurance

Paid breaks

25 days holiday plus public holidays

Career progression opportunities

Pension contributions

Modern, clean working environment

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of vehicle painting experience.
• Thorough understanding of automotive paints and finishes.
• Keen eye for detail.

Responsibilities

• Paint vehicles to a high standard, ensuring timely completion.
• Prepare vehicles by priming and masking.
• Inspect and polish finished paint jobs.

Skills

Vehicle painting experience

Understanding of paint processes and techniques

Team player

Ability to work under pressure

Job description

Job Advert

Vehicle Painter

Salary: £54,600 per annum (£21 per hour) with an increase on completion of 6 month probation

Hours: 7am – 5pm Monday to Friday, 1 in 2 Saturdays depending on business needs.

Halo ARC Trafford

Halo is the industry leading UK-based accident repair group, with 35 established accident repair centres across the UK and we are still growing.

Partnered with IRS (Intelligent Repair Services) based in Germany, who are the largest provider of accident claim services in Europe, this partnership provides Halo with an unrivalled platform and the resource for excellent training, development and employee packages!

We are looking for a Vehicle Painter to join our Team in Trafford. You will have at least 3 years of vehicle painting experience and the ability to paint vehicles to the highest quality. You will be responsible for carefully preparing, priming, painting, and finishing a variety of vehicles, ensuring high-quality results that meet our insurers' standards. You should have a keen eye for detail and a thorough understanding of automotive paints and finishes, working efficiently in a modern, fast-paced, clean environment, collaborating as part of a team to meet deadlines.

Responsibilities include:

1. Paint vehicles to a high standard, ensuring timely completion
2. Possess a strong understanding of paint processes and techniques
3. Prepare vehicles by priming and masking
4. Use RPE and PPE appropriately
5. Match painted panels to the original colour accurately
6. Apply the correct amount of paint for optimal results
7. Inspect and polish finished paint jobs
8. Maintain a clean and organized workspace
9. Work effectively as part of a team in a high-pressure environment

Requirements:

• Proven experience as a vehicle painter in an automotive repair environment
• In-depth knowledge of vehicle painting
• Strong team player, eager to support colleagues
• Ability to complete tasks from start to finish within set timeframes
• Work effectively under pressure and meet deadlines

Our Values:

• Be Proud – take pride in your work
• Keep It Simple – value simplicity and consistency
• Do the Right Thing – act with integrity
• Always be extraordinary

Benefits include:

• Accredited Living Wage Employer
• Employee assistance programme
• Health and wellbeing apps
• Cycle scheme
• Gym discounts
• Retail and restaurant discounts
• Life and health insurance
• Virtual GP
• Enhanced family pay (maternity/paternity)
• Free fruit and pizza
• Referral bonuses
• Recognition rewards
• Team event budget
• Discounted insurance
• Paid breaks
• 25 days holiday plus public holidays
• Career progression opportunities
• Pension contributions
• Modern, clean working environment

We promote equality of opportunity and are committed to an inclusive workplace. For more information or to apply, contact our recruitment team at [e-mail] or call 01243 546185.