Overview
Location: West Sussex area
Duration: Long term contract
Available to start ASAP
Pay:
• Day shifts: £20.00 per hour PAYE (plus holiday pay) or £24.76 per hour Umbrella rate, Overtime rate £29.16
• Various shifts available including day, night, and occasional weekends
This role is for an experienced Vehicle Sprayer / Paint Technician to join a train company\'s refresh campaign, focusing on aesthetic painting work on the exterior of train carriages. The candidate should have a proven background in vehicle painting with experience in roles such as Vehicle Sprayer, Paint Technician, Automotive Refinisher, or Bodyshop Worker. A good mechanical understanding and experience working within a vehicle environment is advantageous. Flexibility to work across various shifts, including nights and occasional weekends, is required.
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
* Proven 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
* Strong attention to detail and quality workmanship
* 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
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