Paint Technician

Role: Paint Technician

Location: Pontypool

Salary: £35,000 + 15% Shift Allowance

Shifts: 06:00 - 14:00, 14:00 - 22:00 on alternating weeks

Pertemps are recruiting for a skilled automotive paint Technician on behalf of our client who are looking to add to their operations and logistics team on a permanent basis. The role will include using HVLP Equipment ensuring all parts meet industry safety and quality standards.

As a Paint Technician, you'll be responsible for:

• Preparing, painting, and refinishing commercial parts using HVLP equipment.
• Applying advanced techniques like "wet-on-wet" to produce exceptional finishes.
• Mixing and matching paint to exact specifications.
• Inspecting and addressing defects to ensure all products meet quality and safety standards.
• Operating low-bake ovens and maintaining a clean, organised workspace.
• Complying with health and safety regulations and supporting continuous improvement initiatives.

Essential Skills & Experience:

• City & Guilds Level 3 or IMI qualification in automotive refinishing (or equivalent experience).
• Proficiency in paint application techniques and drying/curing processes.
• Experience in using proper PPE and working within safety regulations.
• A proactive, detail-oriented, and quality-focused mindset.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Experience working with a range of materials.

Benefits:

• 25 days holiday, plus 8 bank holidays
• Salary sacrifice pension scheme – 5% matched contribution (employee pays 5% / employer pays 5%)
• Christmas shutdown 
•  Enhanced sick pay (4 weeks full pay after 1 years service)
• Access to discounted shopping vouchers via Spectrum Life
• 24/7 confidential employee/friends/family assistance programme including face-to-face counselling; lifestyle & wellbeing coaching and advice services
• In-house recognition scheme – including gift vouchers & family days out
• Free On-site parking
• Opportunities for professional development (application process for Company sponsorship for training)
• Life Assurance – 4 x basic salary (on completion of 6 months service)
• Enhanced maternity & paternity scheme (3 months full pay maternity / 2 weeks full pay paternity)

 
To apply, please attach your CV or call Kalum or Adam on 02920 220776 for more information.