At a Glance
- Tasks: Prepare and polish vehicles to achieve a factory-quality finish in a modern bodyshop.
- Company: Join a professional accident repair centre that values quality workmanship.
- Benefits: Earn £36,000 - £42,000 with a Monday to Friday schedule and ongoing training.
- Other info: Work in a dynamic environment with long-term stability and growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Make your skills shine in a supportive team and enjoy genuine career progression.
- Qualifications: Experience in vehicle preparation and polishing with a keen eye for detail.
The predicted salary is between 35100 - 42900 £ per year.
Location: Leicester
Salary: £36,000 - £42,000 Depending on Experience
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Hours: Monday - Friday | 8:30am - 5:00pm
Looking for a role where your skills are recognised, your earning potential is rewarded, and your career can continue to progress? If you're an experienced Bodyshop Prepper & Polisher looking to join a professional accident repair centre, this is an excellent opportunity to work within a modern, well-equipped bodyshop where quality workmanship is genuinely valued. With a salary of £36,000 - £42,000 depending on experience, this role offers the opportunity to develop your career while working alongside an experienced and supportive team. Enjoy a great work-life balance with a Monday to Friday working pattern and no weekend working. If you're looking to move away from a role where your skills are undervalued and into a professional environment where your preparation, finishing skills and attention to detail are recognised, this could be the ideal next step.
WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?
- Competitive Salary - £36,000 - £42,000 DOE
- Monday to Friday Working Pattern
- Working Hours: 8:30am - 5:00pm
- 40-Hour Working Week
- Full-Time, Permanent Position
- Modern Accident Repair Centre
- Professional Workshop Environment
- Ongoing Training & Development
- Career Progression Opportunities
THE ROLE
As an Experienced Bodyshop Prepper & Polisher, you will play a key role in preparing accident-damaged vehicles for paint and completing final finishing and polishing work to an exceptional standard. You'll work closely with the wider bodyshop team to ensure vehicles are repaired efficiently and leave the workshop looking their best.
Key Responsibilities:
- Prepare vehicles and panels for paint through sanding, filling, masking and priming
- Carry out high-quality machine polishing, mopping and final finishing
- Remove paint defects, dirt inclusions and imperfections to achieve a factory-quality finish
- Carry out final preparation and inspection before vehicles move through the repair process
- Work closely with Paint Sprayers, Panel Technicians and MET Technicians to maintain efficient vehicle throughput
- Identify and rectify preparation or finishing defects before vehicle completion
- Maintain tools, equipment and work areas to a high standard
- Follow manufacturer repair methods, bodyshop quality standards and Health & Safety procedures
ABOUT YOU
We're looking for an experienced and quality-focused Prepper & Polisher who takes genuine pride in producing excellent finishes and understands the importance of preparation in achieving a first-class repair.
- Previous experience as a Prepper, Polisher or Prep & Polish Technician within an automotive bodyshop
- Strong experience in vehicle preparation, sanding, filling, masking and priming
- Confident using machine polishers and professional finishing equipment
- Strong understanding of paint defects, polishing techniques and final finishing
- Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to high-quality workmanship
- Able to work efficiently within a busy accident repair environment
- Reliable, professional and highly motivated
- Strong team player with a positive attitude
- Full UK Driving Licence preferred
- IMI and/or ATA qualifications are advantageous but not essential
APPLY TODAY
This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing accident repair business that values its employees, offers genuine career progression, and provides long-term stability within a modern and professional working environment. If you're an experienced Bodyshop Prepper & Polisher looking for a role where your preparation skills, finishing ability and attention to detail will be recognised and rewarded, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now for immediate consideration and take the next step in your automotive accident repair career.
Contact Steve @ AutoSkills UK - Job Reference - 54460
Polisher in Leicester employer: Auto Skills UK
Auto Skills UK is an excellent employer, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises employee well-being and professional growth. With competitive salaries, opportunities for overtime, and a flexible 4-on 4-off shift pattern, employees can enjoy a healthy work-life balance while advancing their careers in a dynamic workshop environment in Brighouse.
