Aviation jobs in United Kingdom

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!

• 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.

• 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.

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

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.

By applying you accept the terms of our Privacy Notice which can be found on our website. ATA Recruitment specialise in Technical and Electrical Engineering, so if this role is not for you, please do have a look on our website for further potential opportunities which may suit your skills and experience better. You must be eligible to live and work within the UK. Sponsorship is not provided.

ATA is committed to creating a diverse workforce and is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of age, disability, gender, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation.