Vehicle Painting Technician - Nights

Rullion; Derby; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid breaks

Subsistence allowance (£60 per day)

Job summary

Alstom UK, Derby, is seeking a Paint Sprayer / Vehicle Paint Technician for night shifts to deliver high‑quality finishing on large rail vehicles. You will perform surface preparation, priming and topcoat application, and final finishing to exacting standards in a safety‑critical production environment.

Experience in paint finishing or spray painting, ability to read technical instructions, and strong attention to detail are essential.

Qualifications

• 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.
• Ability and willingness to work permanent night shifts.

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

Attention to detail

Read technical drawings

Safety compliance

Tools

2K paint systems

Hydro topcoats

Job description

Paint Sprayer / Vehicle Paint Technician - Night Shift

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: Nights
• Minimum 48 hours per week
• 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

Pay Rates:

• Nights, Monday - Thursday (48 hr week total)
• 18.00 - 06.00
• 18.00 - 03.15: £24.06 PAYE / £30.75 - £32.27 Umbrella
• 03.15 - 06.00: £27.14 PAYE / £34.74 - £36.45 Umbrella

Paid Breaks

£60 per day net subsistence allowance available to candidates who live 55+ miles from site

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
• Ability and willingness to work permanent night shifts

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

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