Bodyshop Prepper/Polisher Required in Croydon
1. £18–£19 per hour
2. Monday - Friday: 7AM–5PM
3. Family -Run Bodyshop
Are you a skilled Automotive Prepper/Polisher with an eye for detail and pride in your finish? Want to work in a friendly, no-pressure environment where your work speaks for itself? Look no further!
We’re looking for an experienced Paint Prepper & Vehicle Polisher to join our clients independent, family-run Bodyshop near Croydon.
Please note: this is not a painter role – we’re after someone who specialises in prep and polishing only.
What’s in it for you as a Bodyshop Technician?
4. £18–£19 per hour (depending on experience)
5. Monday to Friday only – 7:00am to 5:00pm
6. No weekend work – ever!
7. Join a tight-knit, supportive team with a strong work ethic
8. Work in a clean, well-equipped workshop with proper tools and time to do the job right
9. Be part of a genuinely relaxed and collaborative workplace – no rushing, no unrealistic targets
Your Role as a Paint Prepper & Polisher:
You’ll be responsible for preparing vehicles before painting and polishing them to a flawless finish. You’ll work alongside our Panel and Paint teams to make sure every vehicle leaves the workshop looking its absolute best!
Your responsibilities as a Bodyshop Technician include:
10. Full prep work – sanding, masking, panel cleaning and final decontamination
11. Polishing freshly painted vehicles to remove defects, runs or imperfections
12. Using cutting compounds and machine polishers to achieve showroom-standard results
13. Working carefully and efficiently to ensure consistency and a flawless finish
14. Supporting the rest of the paint team where needed to keep jobs flowing
What Our Client is Looking For in the Bodyshop Technician:
15. Proven experience as a Vehicle Prepper and/or Polisher
16. Confident using polishing tools and prepping materials
17. Great attention to detail – your finish matters!
18. Ability to work independently and as part of a team
19. Reliable and able to commute daily to the Croydon area
Ready to Take the Next Step? This is a brilliant opportunity for someone who wants a steady, well-paid, Monday-to-Friday role, without the pressure of main dealer targets or bonus chasing.
Call Alex Perrin at Perfect Placement today – the UK’s leading Automotive Recruitment Consultancy – and take the next step in your career.