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Workshop Preparer

On-site in Tarragona·Full-time·Added 1 month ago

Overview

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On-site, Tarragona
Contract
Permanent contract, full-time hours
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Skills

This job advert was originally written in Spanish.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

  • Job stability: permanent contract

·Fixed salary + variable

·Special discounts on the purchase and financing of cars from the main brands on the market, as well as on aftersales services.

  • Discounts and benefits with partners

  • Annual school assistance for your family

  • Access to training, so you can keep growing alongside us both personally and professionally

We take care of your health and that of your family.

  • Discount on health insurance policies with the best market prices.

  • Regular medical check-ups for employees.

The role

We are looking for a Bodywork Workshop Preparer with experience in the prior preparation of vehicles and parts before painting and finishing work. Their objective will be to ensure that surfaces are correctly prepared, protected, and ready to guarantee a final result of maximum quality.

What you'll do

·Preparation of vehicles and parts before painting work.

·Taping and masking of vehicle areas that must remain protected.

·Manual and machine sanding of surfaces, parts, and repaired areas.

·Preparation and conditioning of surfaces for the application of primers, fillers, and paint.

·Degreasing, cleaning, and removal of residue, dust, and imperfections from surfaces.

·Application of fillers and preparation products when necessary, following the instructions from the bodywork and paint area.

·Polishing of vehicles and parts to correct small imperfections and improve the final finish.

·Visual inspection of prepared surfaces before they move to painting or delivery.

·Support in basic disassembly and assembly tasks of elements necessary for vehicle preparation.

·Protection and care of interiors, glass, moldings, and other components during the preparation process.

·Maintenance of order and cleanliness of the work area, tools, and equipment used.

·Control of the status and availability of preparation materials and communication of replenishment needs.

How you'll work

  • Schedule: 40 hours/week. Monday to Friday from 08:30 to 17:00

  • 22 working days of annual leave.

WHO WE ARE?

Grup Oliva Motor, a leading company in the automotive sector and its associated companies in the province of Tarragona, needs to incorporate a Bodywork Workshop Preparer into one of its facilities in Reus.

Permanent position offered, as part of a consolidated and professional team.

YOUR PROFILE

·Vocational training related to Bodywork, Automotive, or similar. Valued.

·Previous experience in vehicle, bodywork, and/or paint preparation.

·Knowledge of taping, masking, sanding, and polishing techniques.

·Handling of sanders, polishers, and standard tools of the bodywork area.

·Driver's license. Having your own vehicle is valued.

COMPETENCIES

·Quality orientation.

·Commitment.

·Attention to detail and results orientation

·Organisation.

·Teamwork.

Work-life balance

We make it easy for you to develop your professional career while enjoying time with your family, your training, or your free time.

About Grup Oliva Motor

Grup Oliva Motor is an automotive dealership group based in Catalonia, Spain, with over 60 years of experience and more than 450 employees. The company operates as an official dealer for multiple car brands including BMW, MINI, Peugeot, Opel, Citroën, Honda, MG, Omoda, Jaecoo, Changan, Geely, JAC Motors, Gomotor, Renault, and Dacia, offering new, used, and KM0 vehicles along with associated services such as financing and workshops. Its main area of influence is the province of Tarragona, with expansion into other geographic areas.

The group has a strong presence across Catalonia, with offices in Tarragona, Constantí, Reus, Tortosa, Figueres, Salt, and Sabadell. The company emphasizes values such as honesty, rigor, respect, professionalism, and sustainability, and offers a range of roles from mechanics and administrative staff to commercial advisors and brand managers. For international professionals, the company provides opportunities in the automotive sector within a well-established regional group, though most roles are likely to require Spanish language proficiency and local market knowledge.

Industry
Automotive dealership group
Employees
100–500
Headquarters
Tarragona, Spain
In Spain
Tarragona, Constantí, Reus and 4 more

Good to know if you are moving

  • The company is headquartered in Tarragona, Spain, with offices in several Catalan cities including Reus, Figueres, and Sabadell.
  • With over 60 years of experience, the group is a well-established player in the regional automotive market.
  • The company employs more than 450 people, indicating a stable and sizable workforce.
  • Roles are primarily on-site, and knowledge of Spanish and Catalan is likely essential for most positions.
  • The group represents a wide range of international car brands, offering diverse opportunities in sales, service, and administration.
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