Vehicle Prepper

About National Vehicle Distribution (NVD)

Established in 1980 as a family-run enterprise, NVD supports vehicle manufacturers in the efficient and incident-free delivery of their products. Acting as a comprehensive service provider, NVD handles key aspects of outbound logistics: transportation, storage, and vehicle enhancement before final destination delivery. The company is a pioneer in digitizing the finished vehicle logistics industry, leveraging new technology to improve operational efficiency and cost effectiveness. This dedication to innovation and service enhancement remains a core value of the company.

Role Overview

We are looking for a skilled Vehicle Prepper responsible for readying vehicles following repairs by panel beaters to ensure they are perfectly prepared for the painting process. This position is vital to achieving flawless surfaces and optimum priming for spray painters.

Key Duties

• Evaluate and fix vehicle body damage after collisions, preparing surfaces for priming and painting.
• Apply primers evenly on repaired sections to ensure high-quality paint adhesion.
• Perform sanding, masking, and other surface preparation to achieve a smooth finish.
• Utilize seam sealer and waterproofing methods to ensure seamless, protected repairs.
• Prepare vehicles meticulously for painting, ensuring cleanliness and readiness for spray paint application.
• Work in close collaboration with panel beaters and spray painters to maintain effective workflow and quality standards.
• Keep work areas clean and organized, following health and safety protocols.
• Oversee managing prepping materials and tools, including inventory and reordering as needed.

Candidate Requirements

• Demonstrable experience in vehicle preparation within a professional auto body shop environment.
• Comprehensive knowledge of body repair and preparation techniques.
• Proficiency with seam sealers and waterproofing applications is required.
• Competency in operating preparation tools and equipment for superior vehicle finishing.
• Meticulous attention to detail with dedication to high-quality finishes.
• Effective collaboration skills within a team-focused setting.
• Strong organizational and communication capabilities.

Compensation and Benefits

• Annual salary of €49,739 inclusive of workshop bonus and shift premium.
• Participation in a pension scheme.
• Access to staff purchase programs including tyres and tools.
• Death in service insurance benefits.
• Digital GP health consultation services.
• Discounted gym memberships.
• Employee assistance program support.
• Option to buy additional annual leave.
• Recognition through long service awards.

Equal Opportunity Employment

NVD is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. The company promotes a workplace free from discrimination based on gender, marital or family status, age, disability, sexual orientation, race, religion, or Traveller community membership. Compliance with Irish and UK equality laws is strictly observed. Applications from qualified individuals across all backgrounds are encouraged.