Bodyshop Surface Prep Technician - Linwood

Key Responsibilities

• Sanding, grinding, and feathering new/old paint surfaces to achieve smooth, paint-ready finishes
• Cleaning prepared surfaces using solvents and other methods to remove dust, grease & contaminants
• Properly masking vehicle areas using tape, paper, and protective barriers to prevent paint overspray
• Verifying surface quality meets paint department standards before handing off to painters
• Stripping and rebuilding various vehicle components in preparation for painting (experience advantageous but not essential)
• Following all health & safety procedures and promoting a positive health & safety culture
• Working collaboratively to meet deadlines and production targets
• Mentoring apprentices, sharing knowledge and supporting their development within the workshop team

Qualifications/Skills required

• Minimum 1-3 years’ experience in a commercial, automotive, or industrial spray-painting environment
• Understanding of paint systems, surface preparation techniques, and automotive materials
• Able to diagnose surface issues and determine appropriate prep methods
• Excellent eye for detail and commitment to high standards
• A team player with the ability to work independently or well as part of a team
• A good understanding of workshop health & safety

Values

• Care for People - We share responsibility for, and look after, our colleagues, our customers and the communities we live. We operate with safe and ethical practices and want every colleague to go home safely to their family each night
• Pride - We take pride in our work and all that we do for ourselves and our customers. We strive for success through hard work
• Promises Delivered - With a ‘can do, will do’ attitude, we always see through our commitments
• Trust and Integrity - We build confidence through our honest approach, always doing the right thing
• Mutual Respect - We value everyone for what they bring and treat people how we expect to be treated

Equal Opportunities

As an equal opportunities employer, The Malcolm Group is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination based on age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership.

We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage and welcome suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply. If you require reasonable adjustments during any part of our recruitment process, please get in contact with our team.