Vehicle Sprayer / Paint Technician Location: Southeast London train depot Duration: Long term contract Day or night shifts are availble for this role, various postions are available. Pay: • Day shifts: £21.65 per hour PAYE (plus holiday pay) or £28.46 per hour Umbrella rate • Night shifts: £24.78 per hour PAYE (plus holiday pay) or £32.64 per hour Umbrella rate • Various shifts available including day, night, and occasional weekends Overtime is also available. Weekly pay. ________________________________________ Summary We are seeking an experienced Vehicle Sprayer / Paint Technician to join a train company's refresh campaign, primarily focusing on aesthetic painting work on the exterior of train carriages. The role involves preparing and applying paint finishes to rolling stock, ensuring high-quality workmanship and adherence to safety and environmental standards. Candidates should have a proven background in vehicle painting, with previous roles such as Vehicle Sprayer, Paint Technician, Automotive Refinisher, or Bodyshop Worker. A good mechanical understanding and experience working within a vehicle environment would be advantageous. The position requires flexibility to work across various shifts, including nights and occasional weekends. ________________________________________ Key Responsibilities • Prepare surfaces and apply paint coatings to the exterior of train carriages as part of refurbishment and refresh projects • Carry out aesthetic repairs and finishing work to a high standard • Follow health and safety procedures, including the correct use of PPE and COSHH regulations • Maintain tools, equipment, and work areas in a clean and safe condition • Accurately complete records of work carried out • Collaborate with team members to meet project deadlines and quality standards ________________________________________ Skills • Precvious experience paint spraying train carriages would be a advantage but not essential /or experience in vehicle painting or refinishing (e.g., Vehicle Sprayer, Paint Technician, Automotive Refinisher) • Knowledge of paint application techniques and surface preparation • Understanding of mechanical aspects related to vehicle environments (desirable) • Ability to work flexibly across day, night, and weekend shifts • Good communication and teamwork skills • Awareness of health and safety regulations including COSHH • Ability to maintain accurate work records • Experience working in a production or workshop environment • Reliability and punctuality ________________________________________ Software/Tools • Spray guns and paint application equipment • Surface preparation tools (e.g., sanding machines, power tools) • Basic digital record-keeping tools (if applicable) ________________________________________ Certifications & Standards • Relevant painting or spraying qualifications (desirable but not mandatory) • Health and Safety training related to paint spraying and vehicle environments • COSHH awareness and compliance ________________________________________ This role offers a great opportunity to work on a long-term contract, within a dynamic environment supporting a major train company's refurbishment programme.