Vehicle Prepper

HP4 RECRUITMENT LTD; Knaresborough; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

HP4 Recruitment Ltd is seeking an experienced Vehicle Prepper to join a busy automotive team in Harrogate. You will prepare vehicles for paint, perform sanding and masking, and ensure surfaces are ready for finishing with a high standard of workmanship.

The role involves collaborating with panel beaters, paint sprayers and polishers, maintaining a safe workshop, and delivering consistent preparation to the required quality standards. Long-term career opportunity in a professional environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in a vehicle bodyshop or automotive environment.
• Experience preparing vehicles or panels for paint.
• Knowledge of sanding, masking, filling and surface preparation.
• Good attention to detail.
• High standard of workmanship.
• Reliable and hardworking attitude.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Genuine interest in the automotive industry.

Responsibilities

• Preparing vehicles for paint and bodywork.
• Carrying out sanding, masking and filling.
• Preparing panels and surfaces for painting.
• Removing imperfections and preparing surfaces to a high standard.
• Carrying out minor bodywork and cosmetic repairs.
• Preparing repaired panels for the paint process.
• Using relevant bodyshop and preparation equipment.
• Working closely with Panel Beaters, Paint Sprayers and Vehicle Polishers.
• Ensuring completed preparation work meets quality standards.
• Maintaining a clean, safe and organised working environment.

Skills

Vehicle Prepper

Car Prepper

Vehicle Preparation Technician

Bodyshop Prepper

Automotive Prepper

Paint Prepper

Bodyshop Technician

Attention to detail

Team player

High workmanship standard

Independent worker

Tools

Bodyshop equipment

Job description

Location: Harrogate, North Yorkshire
Salary: £35,000 per annum
Job Type: Permanent

Our client is looking for an experienced Vehicle Prepper / Vehicle Preparation Technician to join their busy automotive team in Harrogate.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Vehicle Prepper, Bodyshop Prepper or Automotive Prepper looking to join a professional and busy working environment.

The Role

As a Vehicle Prepper, you will be responsible for preparing vehicles to a high standard prior to painting and finishing.

Your duties will include:

• Preparing vehicles for paint and bodywork
• Carrying out sanding, masking and filling
• Preparing panels and surfaces for painting
• Removing imperfections and preparing surfaces to a high standard
• Carrying out minor bodywork and cosmetic repairs
• Preparing repaired panels for the paint process
• Using relevant bodyshop and preparation equipment
• Working closely with Panel Beaters, Paint Sprayers and Vehicle Polishers
• Ensuring completed preparation work meets quality standards
• Maintaining a clean, safe and organised working environment

About You

The ideal candidate will have previous experience as a Vehicle Prepper, Car Prepper, Vehicle Preparation Technician, Bodyshop Prepper, Automotive Prepper, Paint Prepper or Bodyshop Technician.

You should have:

• Previous experience within a vehicle bodyshop or automotive environment
• Experience preparing vehicles or panels for paint
• Knowledge of sanding, masking, filling and surface preparation
• Good attention to detail
• A high standard of workmanship
• A reliable and hardworking attitude
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team
• A genuine interest in the automotive industry

Experience working alongside paint sprayers, panel beaters, vehicle polishers or SMART repair technicians would be advantageous.

What's on Offer?

• £35,000 per annum
• Permanent position
• Busy and established automotive environment
• Professional workshop facilities
• Long-term career opportunity
• Varied workload
• Opportunity for progression and development

If you're an experienced Vehicle Prepper, Bodyshop Prepper, Vehicle Preparation Technician, Automotive Prepper, Paint Prepper or Car Prepper looking for your next opportunity in Harrogate, Leeds, York, Wetherby, Ripon or the surrounding areas.