Job Description

Painter/Prepper/Polisher (Classic Car Restoration)

Retroclassic Engineering specialise in the restoration and repair of a wide range of vintage, classic, retro and future classic cars, along with carrying out bespoke modifications and 'restomod' conversions.

Our premises is based in Moreton Valance, Gloucestershire (just 5 minutes from the M5 Junction 12/13) and is fully equipped to carry out all aspects of mechanical and bodywork restoration.

We are looking for candidates who strive for perfection and wish to work in an environment where quality comes above all else.

All applicants must have recent experience working within an automotive bodyshop or classic car restoration environment as a painter/prepper/polisher and be willing to carry out a wide range of bodyshop/vehicle restoration tasks.

Your responsibilities will include;

Painting a wide range of vehicles from minor repairs to full re-sprays using our in-house 2k and water based mixing schemes

Masking, priming & filler work as required

Flatting, polishing and quality control inspection of your own paintwork using a detailing style light to ensure a perfect finish

Painting vehicle mechanical, underbody and miscellaneous components for our vehicle restoration department

Applying standard black and body-coloured premium underbody coatings (such as U-POL Raptor/spray sealer) and carrying out post-repair anti-corrosion protection

Desirable skills for this role include;

Strip/fit experience would be a distinct advantage

Experience in carrying out filler work (localised and edge-to-edge), epoxy priming, blocking spray filler/ high build primer to a restoration standard

Experience in mixing 2k/water based paint systems and tinting colours for a perfect colour match would be a distinct advantage

Experience in applying vehicle underbody protective coatings such as UPOL Raptor and rubberised spray sealer would be an advantage, however full training can be provided

A keen interest in vehicle polishing, detailing and ceramic coating application experience would be an advantage but is not essential

All candidates are expected to;

Have a keen eye for detail, take pride in the quality of their work, and have a strong interest in classic cars

Work independently to meet strict project deadlines without constant supervision, managing your own project efficiently including producing parts lists and completion of detailed job records

Have at least 5 years experience as a vehicle prepper/painter, hold related industry qualifications, be comfortable working to strict deadlines/target hours and able to follow detailed work instructions

Have good communication and IT skills, a positive 'can-do' attitude, a strong work ethic, and be punctual/organised

Maintain a clean and organised work environment

Have a positive approach to learning new skills and working as part of a team

Hold a Full UK Manual Driving Licence

This role is a full-time position working Monday - Friday 8am - 5pm, overtime available

All candidates must live within a reasonable commuting distance of our premises in Moreton Valance, Gloucestershire, GL2 7LZ.

Salary: 35,000 - 47,500 per annum, dependent on experience.

Please email a covering letter, current CV and a portfolio of previous work to careers@retroclassicengineering.co.uk

References will be required should the applicant be successful.

www.retroclassicengineering.co.uk

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 35,000.00-47,500.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension Employee discount Free parking On-site parking
Schedule:

8 hour shift Monday to Friday
Experience:

Painter/Prepper (Automotive): 5 years (preferred)
Licence/Certification:

Full UK Manual Driving Licence (preferred)
Work Location: In person