Vehicle Polisher & Paint Prepper

FCW Group; England; Remote; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

FCW Group in the United Kingdom is seeking a skilled vehicle polisher to carry out polishing finishing on repaired and refinished vehicles and to support basic paint preparation for the bodyshop team.

You will focus on achieving an excellent final finish, presenting vehicles to a high standard, and working within standard repair times to maintain quality.

Qualifications

• Experience as vehicle polisher, detailer, or in a bodyshop.
• Proficient with machine polishing and paint correction.
• Knowledge of paint preparation and refinishing processes.
• Familiar with polishing compounds, pads and techniques.
• Strong attention to detail and quality.
• Able to meet repair times and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Polish vehicle panels with machines to achieve a high-quality finish.
• Remove sanding marks, swirl marks and light scratches.
• Flat and polish painted panels as required.
• Inspect work and rectify imperfections.
• Prepare panels before painting including masking.
• Ensure surfaces are clean and free of contaminants.
• Assist bodyshop team as needed.

Skills

Vehicle polisher experience

Machine polishing

Paint preparation

Polishing compounds

Attention to detail

Time management

Pride in workmanship

Reliability

Organised工作

Teamwork

Tools

Polishing machines

Polishing compounds

Pads

Finishing products

Job description

To carry out high-quality polishing finishing work on repaired and refinished vehicles, together with basic paint preparation to support the bodyshop team. The role is focused primarily on achieving an excellent final finish and ensuring vehicles are presented to a high standard.

Key Responsibilities

Polishing & Finishing

• Machine polish vehicle panels to achieve a high-quality finish.
• Remove sanding marks, swirl marks, light scratches, haze and other paint imperfections.
• Flat and polish painted panels where required.
• Inspect completed work and rectify any imperfections.
• Use polishing machines, compounds, pads and finishing products correctly.

Basic Paint Preparation

• Carry out basic preparation of panels prior to painting.
• Sand and key surfaces as required.
• Carry out minor filling and preparation work where appropriate.
• Mask vehicles and panels ready for the paint process.
• Ensure surfaces are clean, smooth and free from contaminants.
• Assist with general preparation duties to support the paint technician and bodyshop team.

Skills & Experience

• Previous experience as a vehicle polisher, detailer or within a bodyshop environment.
• Good experience with machine polishing and paint correction.
• Basic knowledge of vehicle paint preparation and refinishing processes.
• Good understanding of polishing compounds, pads and techniques.
• Excellent attention to detail and a strong eye for quality.
• Ability to work efficiently to agreed repair times and quality standards.

Personal Qualities

• High standards and pride in workmanship.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Reliable, punctual and hardworking.
• Organised and able to work independently.
• Positive attitude and good team-working skills.
• Quality-focused and professional in approach.