Special Paint Technician

Aston Martin is built upon the passion, skill and creativity of the people who dedicate their working lives to the most iconic brand in the world. Every intricate stitch beautifully expressed line, and the stirring noise of our engines is a manifestation of the desire and collective spirit to create the most beautiful cars: the soul of Aston Martin made real.

Job Purpose:

To inspect, tack-off and spray-paint vehicles in Etch Primer, Primer, Base Coat or Clear Coat either on main line or in repair area.

Key Duties & Responsibilities:

• Meeting targets in terms of both productivity and quality.
• Inspect vehicles for body defects prior to painting.
• Prepare vehicles for spraying e.g. apply adhesion promoter, de-greasing and tacking off as required.
• Hand spray vehicles and substrate components to acceptable standard.
• Ensure correct application of base coats and clear coats.
• Ensure removal of any contaminants/dirt between coats.
• Set up, maintain and clean hoods, and airlines.
• Maintain daily liaison with, purchased service contractors, Group Leader and Lead Technician regarding issues that may compromise quality or productivity.
• Occasional work in other areas e.g. prep / polish as business needs dictate

Qualification & Experience:

The successful candidate will have a recognised apprenticeship or skilled experience in a similar position.

• Normal Colour Vision
• Hand Eye co-ordination to maintain a smooth and even paint film
• Bi-annual lung function test
• Annual HAV monitoring test
• Paint shop preparation and spray booths as well as any repair area required within site.
• Experience in a similar role is required

Nationally recognised qualifications such as below would be a bonus

• BTEC Certificate/Diploma in Vehicle Technology levels 2 and 3
• City & Guilds Entry Level Award in Vehicle Systems and Body and Paint Maintenance
• City & Guilds Certificate/Diploma in Vehicle Body and Paint Operations
• Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI) awards in Vehicle Body and Paint Operations (Refinishing) levels 1 to 3.

Belong at Aston Martin

We understand that the incredible beauty, craft and art that defines an Aston Martin comes from the inclusion of our amazing people.

We welcome the unique contributions that you can bring in terms of your education, opinions, culture, ethnicity, race, sex, gender identity and expression, nation of origin, age, languages spoken, colour, religion, disability, sexual orientation and beliefs. We celebrate diversity and are seeking applicants who can bring something different. Please speak to us if there is anything you need to support making an application with us.