Spray Painter

Spray Painter
Ipswich
Salary 36k-40k
28 days holiday INC bank holidays. Hours Mon-Fri, 7am - 4pm

Company Overview

My client, a Commercial Vehicle Paint shop and Repairs is a leading specialist workshop dedicated to high-quality paintwork and repairs for all types of Heavy Goods Vehicles and Light Goods Vehicles. Their purpose-built facilities are equipped to handle everything from small repairs to full fleet paintwork, servicing major commercial vehicle dealers such as MAN, Volvo Trucks & Scania, and other prominent local companies.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare vehicle surfaces for painting, including sanding, masking, and priming.
• Mix and match paints to achieve the correct colour and finish.
• Apply paint using spray guns and other tools, ensuring an even and durable coat.
• Carry out touch-ups, polishing, and final finishing work.
• Inspect and quality-check all completed work to ensure consistency with company standards.
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment in accordance with Health & Safety regulations.
• Work collaboratively with the body repair and preparation teams to meet deadlines.

Skills & Experience Required:

• Proven experience as a Spray Painter in a commercial vehicle or automotive environment (HGV/LGV experience preferred).
• Strong knowledge of different paint types, coatings, and application techniques.
• Ability to perform surface preparation, masking, and colour matching accurately.
• Understanding of health and safety requirements in a spray booth environment.
• High attention to detail and commitment to producing quality finishes.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

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