Vehicle Polisher & Prepper — Paint-Ready Specialist

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

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.