Vehicle Paint/Prep Technician
£23-26 p/hr
42.5 hours per week
Location: Oxford OX4
What we offer
* Excellent salary
* 30 days annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays)
* Workplace pension scheme
* Free Training and Development
* Employee long service rewards
* Employee well-being services
* Free uniform (and PPE)
* Life insurance
Motofix is a leading vehicle body repair provider with nine state-of-the-art service delivery centres in the Home Counties, South and Southwest of England. Our vision is to be a benchmark for automotive body repair for the quality of our business and customer experiences.
About the Role
As a Vehicle Paint Technician, you will play a key role in restoring vehicles to their pre-accident condition through expert paint application and finishing techniques. Working as part of a skilled team, you will ensure high-quality workmanship, operational efficiency, and compliance with industry standards.
Your responsibilities will include:
* Preparing vehicle surfaces for painting, including sanding, priming, and masking.
* Mixing and matching paint colours using manufacturer specifications and spectrometer technology.
* Applying primers, basecoats, and clearcoats to achieve a flawless finish.
* Carrying out smart repairs and blending techniques where required.
* Ensuring all work meets manufacturer and BSI 10125 standards.
* Collaborating with panel technicians, estimators, and workshop controllers to optimise repair processes.
* Minimising rework by delivering right-first-time paint applications.
* Colour matching – using a spectrometer and manual techniques to ensure a flawless finish.
* Colour tinting and detailing – refining and perfecting paintwork to meet manufacturer and customer expectations.
* Following health & safety regulations to maintain a safe and compliant working environment.
About You
You are a dedicated professional who takes pride in delivering high-quality paint finishes. With an eye for detail and a strong work ethic, you focus on precision and efficiency, ensuring vehicles are painted to the highest standards. You thrive in a fast-paced workshop environment, enjoy working as part of a team, and are committed to continuous learning and professional development.
What We Look For
* Skilled Paint Technician with proven experience in vehicle refinishing.
* Strong technical knowledge of modern paint systems, application techniques, and colour matching.
* Ability to work efficiently while maintaining high-quality standards.
* Team player who collaborates effectively with colleagues across the workshop.
* Health & Safety awareness and commitment to maintaining compliance.
* Relevant qualifications (IMI, NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Vehicle Paint preferred).
* Manufacturer approvals or BS 10125 accreditation are desirable.
Why join the Motofix family?
* Trusted by Premium Brands: We are proud to be approved by some of the world's most prestigious automotive brands, including Mercedes-Benz, Audi, BMW, and Jaguar Land Rover.
* Award-winning Paint & Body Centre: In Spring 2024, we opened our state-of-the-art Prestige Paint & Body Centre in Cirencester, offering top-tier services to meet the needs of our luxury automotive clientele.
* Customer Experience: In 2024, Motofix was recognised as Bodyshop Group of the Year and our teams enjoy a Trustpilot rating of “Excellent”.
Next steps
Contact our talent team who will be in touch within 5 working days
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