Bodywork Prepper

Northampton Business Directory; Daventry; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious automotive workshop in Daventry is seeking a Bodywork Prepper for night shifts, offering a competitive salary between £38,000 and £40,000 annually. Ideal candidates will have strong skills in bodywork preparation across multiple materials and experience in high-performance environments. Responsibilities involve working on rare vehicles like Porsche and Ferrari, ensuring flawless finishes. Join a team with over 50 years of expertise in precision paintwork. Apply to be part of an exciting opportunity!

Benefits

Competitive salary with overtime

Chance to work on rare vehicles

20 shifts per year plus bank holidays

Qualifications

• Solid background in bodywork preparation across various materials.
• Skilled in edge-to-edge filler work with precision.
• Previous experience in high-performance environments.

Responsibilities

• Prepare materials like Fibreglass, Carbon Fibre, and Aluminium.
• Carry out edge-to-edge filler work for seamless finishes.
• Work on Porsche and Ferrari refinishing projects.
• Undertake detailed race car restorations.
• Prepare surfaces for primer and topcoat applications.

Skills

Bodywork preparation

Edge-to-edge filler work

Attention to detail

Experience in motorsport or automotive engineering

Job description

Bodywork Prepper - Nights

Location: Daventry
Shift: Monday to Wednesday, 20:00–06:00 | Thursday, 20:00–05:00
Salary: £38,000 – £40,000 per annum

Are you an experienced vehicle prepper, technician, or bodywork specialist who takes real pride in producing flawless results? We’re looking for a skilled professional to join a company with over 50 years of expertise in precision paintwork — trusted by Formula 1, Formula 3, GT racing, and classic restoration teams alike. This is a fantastic opportunity to work on some of the most iconic and prestigious vehicles in the world. If that sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare a range of materials including Fibreglass, Carbon Fibre, Aluminium, Steel, and Plastics.
• Carry out edge‑to‑edge filler work, ensuring smooth, seamless finishes.
• Work on high‑end projects such as Porsche, Ferrari, Lotus, and Jaguar Replica refinishing and restorations.
• Undertake detailed race car restorations, including complex accident repairs (for example, reconstructing a 50‑year‑old race car wing).
• Prepare all surfaces for primer and topcoat applications to the highest standards.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Solid background in bodywork preparation across fibreglass, carbon fibre, aluminium, steel, and plastics.
• Skilled in edge‑to‑edge filler work with an eye for precision and quality.
• Previous experience in motorsport, automotive engineering, aerospace, or a similar high‑performance environment.
• Exceptional attention to detail and a commitment to producing first‑class results in a fast‑paced setting.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with overtime available.
• The chance to work on rare and cutting‑edge vehicles.
• 20 shifts per year plus bank holidays.

Apply

If you’re passionate about working on high‑end, detailed projects and have the skills to match, we want to hear from you. To apply, contact Fred O'Reilly at (phone removed) or call (phone removed). Don’t miss this opportunity to join a team that works on some of the world’s most extraordinary vehicles.

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