Paint Technician – Motorsport

  • Permanent
  • Anywhere

Automotive Paint Technician – Luxury & Performance Vehicles
Northamptonshire
Do you have an eye for detail and a passion for creating showroom-quality paint finishes? We’re looking for an Automotive Paint Technician to join our clients Paint Shop team, where you’ll be working on some of the most exciting luxury and high-performance vehicles in the industry.
This role is perfect for someone who takes pride in their craft, enjoys hands-on work, and wants to develop their skills in a fast-paced automotive environment.
 
What You’ll Be Doing
As part of our Paint Shop, you’ll:

  • Prepare and refinish vehicle panels and components to the highest standards.
  • Apply paint across both metallic and composite surfaces with precision.
  • Keep tools and equipment in top condition to ensure flawless results.
  • Help trial and improve new painting methods and techniques.
  • Maintain a clean, safe, and well-organised workspace.
  • Check your work carefully, fixing issues quickly to keep quality on track.
  • Support planning and estimating for upcoming projects.

What We’re Looking For
You’ll already have some solid experience as a paint technician, vehicle refinisher, or spray painter, ideally within the automotive sector. Experience on luxury or performance cars is a real advantage.
 
Skills & Experience:

  • Practical training or qualifications in paint/panel preparation (C&G or equivalent).
  • Strong understanding of paint application, colour matching, and surface prep.
  • Familiarity with waterborne and solvent-based paint systems.
  • Confident with metallic and composite finishing.
  • Knowledge of panel fitting, gapping, and repair would be a bonus.
  • Comfortable using basic IT systems for job tracking.

 
Why Join?
As well as a competitive salary, you’ll be part of a team that has been at the forefront of motorsport, high-performance engineering, and automotive innovation. From luxury and bespoke vehicles to cutting-edge EV technology, no two projects are ever the same – meaning your work will always be exciting, varied, and rewarding.
You’ll have the freedom to develop your skills, contribute to world-class projects, and see your craft make a real impact.
Benefits Include:

  • 25 days’ holiday plus bank holidays
  • Salary sacrifice pension scheme
  • Private healthcare and an Employee Assistance & Wellbeing Programme
  • On-site gym and wellbeing initiatives
  • Staff discounts & retail savings
  • Cycle to Work Scheme
  • Salary sacrifice EV car scheme
  • Death in Service cover for peace of mind
  • Loyalty rewards for long service and contribution

Apply Now
If you’re a talented Paint Technician looking for your next move, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and bring your skills to a team that’s shaping the future of automotive finishing.

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Job Manager

Craig Plendy
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