Astara is a global leader in mobility and automotive distribution, operating across 19 countries in Europe, Latin America, and Southeast Asia. Formerly known as Bergé Auto, the company has evolved into a diversified mobility ecosystem that includes vehicle distribution, subscription services through Astara Move, and advanced data-driven consulting for the automotive sector.

Headquartered in Madrid, Astara offers a dynamic environment for international professionals, particularly those with expertise in digital transformation, data analytics, and commercial operations. The company is known for its multicultural workforce and its commitment to sustainable mobility solutions, making it a key player for expats looking to work at the intersection of the traditional automotive industry and modern tech-driven mobility.

Founded in 1979 as Bergé Auto, the company rebranded to Astara in 2021 to reflect its shift towards digital mobility services. It is part of the Bergé y Cía group, one of Spain's most established industrial and maritime holdings.

Painter

Astara

This job was originally posted in Spanish and automatically translated to English. You'll most likely need Spanish to apply.

Job Description

At ASTARA RETAIL, we are looking for Vehicle Painters for the LEXUS MADRID brand at their facilities in Barajas (Madrid).

ASTARA: LEADING COMPANY IN OPEN MOBILITY
At Astara Retail, we are pioneers in offering a unique and personalized vehicle purchasing experience. Through our dealership network, we market the most prominent brands in the market, such as BYD, LEXUS, Mitsubishi, Ssanyong, Subaru, Maserati, among others.

At Astara, we are committed to equal opportunity, inclusion, and diversity. We encourage all people, including those with disabilities, to join our team! If you need any adaptations during the selection process, please do not hesitate to let us know.

The Painter at Astara Retail plays a fundamental role in ensuring that vehicles have adequate protection against wear and corrosion.

Main Responsibilities:
- Surface preparation: Cleaning, sanding, and degreasing the areas to be painted to ensure good adhesion, as well as the correct preparation of paints according to the manufacturer's specifications.
- Paint application: Using spray guns and other tools to apply paint evenly to the vehicle surfaces, ensuring all areas are properly covered.
- Finishing and polishing: After the paint has dried, performing finishing work, such as polishing and applying varnish layers, to achieve a professional shine and appearance. Likewise, identifying and correcting any paint defects, such as bubbles, drips, or irregularities, to ensure a perfect finish.
- Maintenance and care of work equipment, as well as following and complying with health and safety regulations using personal protective equipment.
- Collaboration with other technicians: Working together with body technicians and other professionals to coordinate the vehicle repair and painting process.

Minimum Requirements:
- 1-3 years of demonstrable experience in a similar position in an automotive workshop.
- Vocational Training (FPI) in Bodywork is highly valued.
- Driver's license B (essential).
- Interest in working at a facility located in the Madrid-Barajas area, with a schedule from 07:00 to 15:30 (one week every 6-8, schedule from 10:00 to 19:00).

View original advert (Spanish)

Desde ASTARA RETAIL buscamos Pintores/as de vehículos, para la marca LEXUS MADRID en sus instalaciones de Barajas (Madrid).

ASTARA: COMPAÑÍA LÍDER EN MOVILIDAD ABIERTA
En Astara Retail, somos pioneros en ofrecer una experiencia de compra de vehículos única y personalizada. A través de nuestra red de concesionarios, comercializamos las marcas más destacadas del mercado, como BYD, LEXUS, Mitsubishi, Ssanyong, Subaru, Maserati, entre otras.

En Astara apostamos por la igualdad de oportunidades, la inclusión y la diversidad. ¡Animamos a todas las personas, incluidas aquellas con discapacidad, a unirse a nuestro equipo! Si necesitas alguna adaptación durante el proceso de selección, no dudes en contárnoslo.

El Pintor/a en Astara Retail, desempeña un papel fundamental en garantizar que los vehículos tengan una protección adecuada contra el desgaste y la corrosión.

Principales Responsabilidades:
- Preparación de superficies: Limpiar, lijar y desengrasar las áreas que se van a pintar para asegurar una buena adherencia, así como la correcta preparación de las pinturas según las especificaciones del fabricante.
- Aplicación de pintura: Utilizar pistolas de pintura y otras herramientas para aplicar la pintura de manera uniforme en las superficies del vehículo, asegurándose de cubrir todas las áreas adecuadamente.
- Acabado y pulido: Después de que la pintura se haya secado, realizar trabajos de acabado, como el pulido y la aplicación de capas de barniz, para lograr un brillo y una apariencia profesional. Igualmente deberá identificar y corregir cualquier defecto en la pintura, como burbujas, goteos o irregularidades, para asegurar un acabado perfecto.
- Mantenimiento y cuidado de los equipos de trabajo, así como seguir y cumplir las normas de seguridad y salud utilizando equipos de protección personal.
- Colaboración con otros técnicos: Trabajar en conjunto con chapistas y otros profesionales para coordinar el proceso de reparación y pintura del vehículo.

Requisitos mínimos:
- Experiencia de 1-3 años demostrables en puesto similar en taller de automoción.
- FPI Carrocería muy valorable.
- Carnet de conducir B (indispensable).
- Interés en trabajar en instalación ubicada en la zona de Madrid-Barajas, con horario de 07:00 a 15:30 (una semana cada 6-8, horario de 10:00 a 19:00).