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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