Skilled Painter

Skilled Painter - Weekend Nights or 7 Day Fortnight Shift

Location: GKN Aerospace, Filton, Bristol
Duration: 12 Months Ongoing
️ Interview Process: Face-to-face interview

YOU MUST HAVE NVQ LEVEL 3 OR EQUIVALENT IN A PAINT-RELATED DISCIPLINE, such as an NVQ Level 3, Apprenticeship, City & Guilds, BTEC, or equivalent Paint Spraying / Surface Finishing qualification. Applicants unable to provide evidence of this at a later date cannot be considered for the role.

Join a Global Aerospace Leader

We are currently recruiting for Skilled Painters to join GKN Aerospace at their Filton manufacturing facility. These positions offer the opportunity to work on high-value aerospace components within a world-class manufacturing environment, carrying out paint spraying, touch-up and finishing activities to the highest quality standards.

Whether you’re an experienced industrial painter, vehicle refinisher, or paint finisher from the motor trade, we’d like to hear from you.

Available Shift Options

Weekend Night Shift

• 34 hrs per week over 3 days
  Friday 2000 – 0700
  Saturday 1900 – 0700
  Sunday 1900 – 0600
• Rate: £31.50/hr once stamp achieved

7 Day Fortnight Shift

Working a rotating shift pattern averaging 35 hours per week:

Week 1

• Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Saturday & Sunday
• 07:00 - 17:30

Week 2

• Thursday & Friday
• 07:00 - 17:30

Rate: £26.25/hour once stamp achieved
Overtime: £30.26 per hour

Key Responsibilities

• Paint spraying and finishing of aerospace components
• Paint touch-up and surface preparation activities
• Cleaning and masking of components
• Safe use of power tools, solvents, primers and coatings
• Working to engineering instructions and standard operating procedures
• Ensuring components are produced “right first time”
• Completing work transactions through SAP
• Identifying and reporting non-conformances
• Maintaining high housekeeping, quality and safety standards
• Supporting continuous improvement and Lean manufacturing initiatives

Candidate Requirements

• Minimum Level 3 NVQ (or equivalent) in Paint Spraying, Paint Finishing, Vehicle Refinishing or related discipline
• Recognised paint spraying apprenticeship desirable
• Manufacturing experience beneficial but not essential
• Candidates from the automotive/motor trade are encouraged to apply
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Ability to work effectively within a team environment
• Good communication skills and a flexible approach to work

Why Join GKN Aerospace?

✅ Long-term ongoing opportunity
✅ Competitive shift rates and overtime premiums
✅ Work on advanced aerospace programmes
✅ Excellent training and development opportunities
✅ Modern manufacturing environment
✅ Opportunity to join a globally recognised aerospace manufacturer

All successful applicants must be able to obtain Baseline Security Clearance through GKN’s screening process, including a criminal record check.

Apply now to take your painting skills into the aerospace industry with one of the world’s leading aerospace manufacturers.