Vehicle Painting Technician - Days

Rullion; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Subsistence allowance

Job summary

Rullion is seeking a Paint Sprayer / Vehicle Paint Technician for rolling stock projects. You will deliver high-quality paint finishing on large rail vehicles, including surface prep, priming, spraying, and final finishing within a safety-critical production environment.

Candidates with experience in rail or vehicle finishing, and familiarity with water-based and 2K systems, are encouraged to apply. The role operates on day shifts, with a 45-hour week and blended pay rates within the shift.

Qualifications

• Experience in paint finishing or spray painting.
• Able 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.
• 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.

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

Technical drawings

Quality control

Physical stamina

Rail/vehicle industry experience

Water-based paint systems

2K systems knowledge

Color matching

Pressure pot spray systems

Job description

Paint Sprayer / Vehicle Paint Technician - Rolling Stock

Rolling Stock Maintenance / Vehicle Finishing Team

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

• Shifts: Days
• Minimum 45 hours per week

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.

• 06.00 - 16.30
• Friday 06.00 - 11.00
• £60 per day net subsistence allowance available to candidates who live 55+ miles from site

Required Skills & Experience

• 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
• 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)
• 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.