Job Description:

Location: Harrogate, North Yorkshire
Salary: £35,000 per annum
Job Type: Permanent

Our client is looking for an experienced Vehicle Prepper / Vehicle Preparation Technician to join their busy automotive team in Harrogate.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Vehicle Prepper, Bodyshop Prepper or Automotive Prepper looking to join a professional and busy working environment.

The Role

As a Vehicle Prepper, you will be responsible for preparing vehicles to a high standard prior to painting and finishing.

Your duties will include:

• Preparing vehicles for paint and bodywork
• Carrying out sanding, masking and filling
• Preparing panels and surfaces for painting
• Removing imperfections and preparing surfaces to a high standard
• Carrying out minor bodywork and cosmetic repairs
• Preparing repaired panels for the paint process
• Using relevant bodyshop and preparation equipment
• Working closely with Panel Beaters, Paint Sprayers and Vehicle Polishers
• Ensuring completed preparation work meets quality standards
• Maintaining a clean, safe and organised working environment

About You

The ideal candidate will have previous experience as a Vehicle Prepper, Car Prepper, Vehicle Preparation Technician, Bodyshop Prepper, Automotive Prepper, Paint Prepper or Bodyshop Technician.

You should have:

• Previous experience within a vehicle bodyshop or automotive environment
• Experience preparing vehicles or panels for paint
• Knowledge of sanding, masking, filling and surface preparation
• Good attention to detail
• A high standard of workmanship
• A reliable and hardworking attitude
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team
• A genuine interest in the automotive industry

Experience working alongside paint sprayers, panel beaters, vehicle polishers or SMART repair technicians would be advantageous.

What's on Offer?

• £35,000 per annum
• Permanent position
• Busy and established automotive environment
• Professional workshop facilities
• Long-term career opportunity
• Varied workload
• Opportunity for progression and development

If you're an experienced Vehicle Prepper, Bodyshop Prepper, Vehicle Preparation Technician, Automotive Prepper, Paint Prepper or Car Prepper looking for your next opportunity in Harrogate, Leeds, York, Wetherby, Ripon or the surrounding areas, apply today with your CV.