Vehicle Polisher / Prepper

Igloo; Harwell; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension

Onsite parking

Ongoing work with a leading automotive

Job summary

Igloo is recruiting an experienced Vehicle Polisher / Prepper to join a busy automotive bodyshop at Upper Heyford. This hands-on role involves preparing vehicles for paint and final finish in a modern workshop.

You will polish and prep across a range of cars and vans, ensure paint readiness, maintain quality standards, and work safely with the team. A UK driving licence and reliable time management are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience as Vehicle Prepper or Polisher in a bodyshop.
• Strong polishing and paint preparation skills.
• Good attention to detail and workmanship.
• Can work independently and in a team.
• Valid UK driving licence with no more than 6 points.

Responsibilities

• Preparing vehicles and panels for paint, including sanding, masking, and priming
• Polishing newly painted vehicles to remove imperfections and achieve a high-quality finish
• Carrying out prep work to ensure vehicles are paint-ready
• Removing and refitting panels and bumpers where required
• Supporting the bodyshop team to maintain workflow and productivity
• Working on a range of cars and vans
• Ensuring all work is completed to company quality standards
• Maintaining a clean, safe, and organised working environment

Skills

Polishing

Paint preparation

Attention to detail

Time management

Teamwork

UK driving licence

Job description

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Vehicle Polisher / Prepper to join a busy automotive bodyshop operation in Upper Heyford. This is a hands-on role working within a modern workshop environment, preparing vehicles to a high standard prior to paint and final finish.

The successful candidate will be confident carrying out both polishing and preparation work across a range of vehicles.

The Role:

As a Vehicle Polisher / Prepper, your responsibilities will include:

• Preparing vehicles and panels for paint, including sanding, masking, and priming
• Polishing newly painted vehicles to remove imperfections and achieve a high-quality finish
• Carrying out prep work to ensure vehicles are paint-ready
• Removing and refitting panels and bumpers where required
• Supporting the bodyshop team to maintain workflow and productivity
• Working on a range of cars and vans
• Ensuring all work is completed to company quality standards
• Maintaining a clean, safe, and organised working environment

The Person:

• Previous experience as a Vehicle Prepper, Polisher, or similar bodyshop role
• Strong polishing and paint preparation skills
• Good attention to detail and quality of workmanship
• Able to work independently and as part of a team
• Reliable with strong time management skills
• Full UK Driving Licence (No more than 6 points for minor offences)

What We Offer:

• Company pension
• Onsite parking
• Ongoing work with a leading automotive business
• Support from Igloo’s recruitment team during interview process

Commutable from:

Bicester, Oxford, Banbury, Buckingham, Kidlington, Witney, Aylesbury, Milton Keynes.

Vehicle Polisher / Prepper Upper Heyford, Bicester OX25, UK