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.