Job Description

Role: Paint Sprayer and Prepper

Location: Blackpool, FY4 4NW

Hours: 37 hours per week | between 07:00 - 16:30 Monday to Thursday

Hourly rate: £18.43 ph DOE

Do you take pride in producing a high-quality finish and enjoy seeing a job transformed from preparation through to the final coat? We're looking for a Paint Sprayer and Prepper to join our growing Paint team in Blackpool.Working as part of a skilled and supportive team, you'll play a key role in preparing, painting and finishing vehicle components to the highest standards, ensuring every product leaves the paint shop looking its best and ready for service. The role includes all aspects of surface preparation, shot blasting and paint application, with a strong focus on quality, safety and attention to detail.

What you'll be doing:

Preparing vehicle components and surfaces for painting, including sanding, filling, masking and cleaning
Carrying out shot blasting and surface preparation activities
Repairing dents and imperfections prior to paint application
Applying primers, base coats and top coats using automotive spray-painting equipment
Mixing paint accurately to meet colour specifications
Inspecting completed work and rectifying any paint defects where required
Maintaining paint shop equipment and ensuring work is completed safely and efficiently
Working to production schedules while maintaining high quality standards
Following work instructions and supporting continuous improvement across the paint department
Contributing to a safe, organised and collaborative working environment

Be part of something new

We're investing in the future of our Blackpool operation and are looking for people who want to be part of that journey.

We'll be relocating manufacture of our BETA bin lift from Warwick to Blackpool at the end of 2026, creating an exciting opportunity to join the team during this transition. To help you build the skills and knowledge needed for success, during your first three months, training will take place between our Warwick and Blackpool manufacturing locations, working alongside our experienced production team in Warwick before returning to Blackpool as the project progresses.

This is a rare opportunity to play a key role in a significant manufacturing expansion and help shape the future of production at our Blackpool site.

What we're looking for:

Previous experience in vehicle paint spraying, paint preparation or a similar manufacturing environment
Experience with surface preparation, masking, sanding and paint application techniques
A good understanding of quality standards and health and safety requirements
Strong attention to detail and pride in producing high-quality work
The ability to follow work instructions and work effectively to production targets
A flexible and positive approach, with the ability to work as part of a team
Good reliability, attendance and timekeeping
A willingness to learn and support different activities within the paint shop

If you're looking for a hands-on role where you can make a real impact and take pride in the quality of your work, we'd love to hear from you!

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds. Even if you don’t meet every single requirement, we encourage you to apply. We value potential and are committed to supporting your growth in the role.

At Dennis Eagle we are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and a disability confident organisation. We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where diversity is celebrated. As part of our dedication to creating a supportive environment, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy. We invite you to engage in an open conversation with us about how we can best support you and ensure that your unique skills and talents are recognised and valued. Your success is integral to our collective growth, and we look forward to working together to create a workplace that empowers everyone to thrive.

Why You’ll Love Working Here:

25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays: this isbased on a 5 day working week (pro rata to 20 days plus Bank Holidays for a 4 day working week)
Enhanced Pension Scheme and DIS Benefit: The company contributes 5% of total salary into our pension scheme, and 5x basic salary Death In Service.
Employee Assistance Programme: Access a 24-hour helpline for support with life's challenges, including stress & anxiety, bereavement, relationship advice, tenancy & housing concerns, counselling, financial wellbeing, legal information, substance issues, family matters, childcare support, medical information, and consumer issues.
Health Shield Medical Cash Plan: All employees receive membership to a company-funded medical cash plan. This scheme allows you to claim cash back for medical expenses, including prescriptions, dental, optical, physiotherapy, specialist consultations, X-rays, and MRI scans.
GP Anytime: Enjoy access to GP services anytime with our online 24/7 appointment service, featuring on-demand appointments, unlimited consultations, no capped appointment times, and convenient prescriptions.
Training and Development: We offer mandatory equipment training, a Management Development Programme, and opportunities to upskill through apprenticeships.
Cycle to Work Scheme: Save on commuting costs and stay healthy with our cycle to work scheme.
Care Concierge: Get help navigating the care system with access to a team of dedicated care experts.
Occupational Health Support and Health Surveillance: Ensure your well-being with our comprehensive occupational health support.
My Benefits Platform: Enjoy discounts from high street retailers, health & wellness services, entertainment & days out, and home & DIY products.
Independent Free Mortgage Advice: Receive free, independent advice on mortgages to help you make informed decisions.

Please don’t delay your application, this role could be filled at any time for the right candidate.

Please be aware that Dennis Eagle is not a sponsoring organisation. Therefore the successful applicant must already possess the right to work in the UK or be able to secure the right to work in the UK independently.

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About Dennis Eagle UK

Dennis Eagle is a world-leading supplier of Refuse Collection Trucks and UK market leader.

Our experience and expertise allows us to produce pioneering Refuse Collection Vehicles fully tailored to the needs of our customers. Our in-house research and development teams strive to constantly improve our products with innovative engineering solutions to meet the tough and ever-evolving requirements of legislation and our customers.

As a result, our acclaimed Refuse Collection Vehicles are exported internationally to markets as far away as Australia. We currently service over 60% of the UK‘s councils and are Britain’s market leader with our famous ‘DENNIS’ name seen daily across UK streets.

Our UK Head Office and principle manufacturing site is located in Warwick. We also manufacture in Blackpool where our cabs are produced.

We provide industry leading Aftermarket support solutions with service centres across the UK.

Our success and market share can equally be attributed to our core values as our product; Dennis Eagle strives to offer high levels of customer attention, full life-cycle vehicle support and always seeks to exceed expectations.

We take our role as a key player in the waste management industry very seriously: our commitment to our environmental responsibilities drives us to invest in more efficient factories, production techniques and vehicles.

Industry

Automotive & Mobility

Company Size

501-1,000 employees

Headquarters

Warwick, GB

Year Founded

Unknown

Website

dennis-eagle.co.uk

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