MOTOR VEHICLE PAINTER

PRIME MANPOWER SOLUTIONS PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 20,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A painting solutions company in Singapore is seeking a skilled individual to prepare and paint vehicle surfaces. Key responsibilities include washing and sanding vehicle surfaces, mixing paint colours, applying various coatings, and ensuring quality checks on the paintwork. Safety practices must be followed, including proper handling of paint and waste disposal. The role may involve additional support tasks in the workshop.

Responsibilities

• Prepare vehicle body surfaces by washing, sanding, scraping, and masking.
• Mix and match paint colours for accurate colour matching.
• Apply primer, basecoat, clearcoat using spray gun.
• Perform minor touch-ups, polishing, and buffing.
• Operate and maintain painting tools and equipment.
• Inspect paintwork quality and rectify defects.
• Follow workplace safety procedures with PPE.
• Maintain cleanliness of work area and dispose of waste properly.
• Support other workshop tasks as needed.

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare vehicle body surfaces by washing, sanding, scraping, and masking areas before painting.

• Mix and match paint colours using paint codes, colour charts, and blending techniques to achieve accurate colour matching.

• Apply primer, basecoat, clearcoat, and other coatings using spray gun and related equipment.

• Perform touch‑up works, polishing, and buffing to correct minor imperfections.

• Operate and maintain spray booth, compressor, spray guns, and related painting tools/equipment.

• Inspect paintwork quality (colour, gloss, thickness, smoothness) and rectify defects such as runs, orange peel, dust nibs, and peeling.

• Follow workplace safety procedures, including proper use of PPE (respirators, gloves, goggles) and safe handling of paint/solvents.

• Maintain cleanliness of work area and ensure proper disposal of paint waste and chemicals.

• Support other workshop tasks when required (e.g., minor body preparation assistance, coordination with body repair team).