Experienced Car Detailer / Vehicle Valeter

AutoSpa Car Valeting; Cork; On-site; EUR 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

AutoSpa Car Valeting in Ballincollig, Co. Cork, is seeking an Experienced Car Detailer to restore and maintain the interior and exterior appearance of a wide range of vehicles to the highest standards.

The role covers deep exterior wash, clay bar treatment, ceramic coatings, interior shampooing, engine bay detailing, and strict quality checks, with focus on efficiency and attention to detail. This position is based on-site and requires reliable transport or access to work.

Qualifications

• Minimum Experienced Required (Years): 2
• Minimum Qualification: No Qualification
• Specialising In: machine polishing and ceramic

Responsibilities

• Perform deep exterior washing, clay bar treatment, iron decontamination, and multi-stage machine paint correction/polishing.
• Apply high-grade paint protection, ceramic coatings, sealants, and premium waxes.
• Execute thorough interior cleaning, including upholstery shampooing, leather cleaning/conditioning, steam cleaning, and stain removal.
• Engine bay cleaning and detailing using safe, specialized techniques.
• Inspect finished vehicles to ensure compliance with strict quality control guidelines.
• Managing detailing inventory, tools, and specialized chemical solutions safely.

Skills

Machine polishing

Ceramic coating application

Attention to detail

Time management

Teamwork

Problem solving

Tools

Rotary polisher

Dual-action polisher

Automotive detailing tools

Job description

Experienced Car Detailer / Vehicle Valeter

Ref: #JOB-2464170

Unit 6, Westpoint Trade Centre, Link Road, Ballincollig, Co. Cork, P31XK25

Application Details

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Job Description

Job Description & Key Responsibilities:

We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Car Detailer to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for restoring and maintaining the interior and exterior appearance of a wide range of vehicles to the highest standards.

• Performing deep exterior washing, clay bar treatment, iron decontamination, and multi-stage machine paint correction/polishing.
• Applying high-grade paint protection, ceramic coatings, sealants, and premium waxes.
• Executing thorough interior cleaning, including upholstery shampooing, leather cleaning/conditioning, steam cleaning, and stain removal.
• Engine bay cleaning and detailing using safe, specialized techniques.
• Inspecting finished vehicles to ensure compliance with strict quality control guidelines.
• Managing detailing inventory, tools, and specialized chemical solutions safely.

Requirements & Skills:

• Minimum of 2 years of professional vehicle detailing or advanced valeting experience.
• Proven expertise in machine polishing (rotary and dual-action) and ceramic coating application.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work efficiently under time constraints.
• A valid, clean driving license is highly desirable to move vehicles on-site.
• Your own transport or accommodation that gives easy access to work is vital.

• Sector: wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motorcycles

Career Level

• Experienced [Non-Managerial]

Candidate Requirements

Essential

• Minimum Experienced Required (Years): 2
• Minimum Qualification: No Qualification
• Specialising In: machine polishing and ceramic

Desirable

• Ability Skills: Administration, Analytical, Computer Literacy
• Competency Skills: Problem Solving, Teamwork, Time Management, Working on own Initiative
• Driving Licence: Full B
• Languages: English B1-Intermediate