Skilled Painter

Skilled Painter (Night Shift) - GKN Western Approach

Location: GKN Western Approach Industrial Paint Facility
Contract: Initial 6-Month Contract (Long-Term Opportunity)
Hours: 37.5 Hours Per Week | Core Night Shift

We are currently looking for an experienced Skilled Painter to join GKN’s Industrial Paint Facility at Western Approach. This is an excellent opportunity for candidates with aerospace or automotive paint spraying experience to secure a long-term contract opportunity within a world-class manufacturing environment.

The successful candidate will be responsible for carrying out surface preparation, masking, paint application and finishing activities to demanding quality standards, ensuring components meet both customer and regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare components for painting, including cleaning, sanding, masking and surface treatment.
• Apply coatings using approved paint spraying techniques and processes.
• Work to engineering drawings, specifications and standard operating procedures.
• Carry out quality inspections and ensure work meets required standards.
• Maintain a safe and clean working environment, adhering to all health and safety procedures.
• Support production targets while maintaining a high level of workmanship and attention to detail.

Skills & Experience Required

• Proven experience in industrial, aerospace or automotive paint spraying.
• Strong understanding of paint preparation and application processes.
• Ability to work accurately to detailed specifications and quality standards.
• Experience within a manufacturing or production environment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Essential Qualifications

Candidates must hold:

• Minimum NVQ Level 2 (or equivalent) in Paint Spraying

Please ensure copies of all relevant certificates are submitted with your CV.

Working Pattern

Candidates will initially work on Core Days for several weeks to complete training and familiarisation before transferring onto the permanent night shift pattern.

Core Days

• Monday to Friday, 7:00am - 3:00pm
• £19.16 per hour PAYE + holidays 

Core Nights

• Monday to Wednesday: 8:00pm - 6:00am
• Thursday: 7:00pm - 4:30am
• 30-minute unpaid lunch break

Rates of Pay (includes holidays)

Skilled Painter - Before Paint Stamp

• Core Nights: £25.48 per hour
• Weekday Overtime: £28.74 per hour
• Weekend Overtime: £38.32 per hour

Once Paint Stamp Achieved (typically within 3-6 months)

• Core Nights: £26.63 per hour
• Weekday Overtime: £30.03 per hour
• Weekend Overtime: £40.04 per hour

Regular overtime is available.

Interview Process

• Face-to-face interview at the Western Approach site

This role would suit qualified paint sprayers looking to utilise their skills within the aerospace sector while benefiting from excellent night shift rates, regular overtime opportunities and genuine long-term contract prospects.