Paint sprayer | Average UK Salary & Outlook

Paint sprayers apply coatings and protective finishes to cars, vans, motorbikes and other vehicles.

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  • Select appropriate coatings, paints, or sprays, or prepare them by mixing substances according to formulas, using automated paint mixing equipment.  
  • Hold or position spray guns to direct spray onto articles.  
  • Fill hoppers, reservoirs, troughs, or pans with material used to coat, paint, or spray, using conveyors or pails.  
  • Start and stop operation of
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Paint sprayers typically work around 46 to 48 hours per week.

As a Paint sprayer you will typically work weekends.

This occupation tends to be:

  • Realistic — Realistic occupations frequently involve work activities that include practical, hands-on problems and solutions. They often deal with plants, animals, and real-world materials like wood, tools, and machinery. Many of the occupations require working outside, and do not involve a lot of paperwork or working closely
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    * from ONETonline
    Average salary
    29,589 GBP *
    per year
    18,000 GBP
    30,000 GBP
    Starting
    5+ Experience
    * data taken from the Office of National Statistics (ons.gov.uk)

    Salary statistics

    Average salary for Paint sprayer
    • 29,653 GBP
    Average salary for full-time Paint sprayer

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    Pay for this role has increased slightly over time
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    Future outlook for Paint sprayers

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    Fair outlook
    9 000+ jobs available
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    Very good outlook
    6% yearly wage growth (on average)
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    57% chance of automation in the future

    Paint sprayer - Your future job?


    Which qualifications do I need?

    Find out what you need to know in order to become a Paint sprayer and the highest average level of education for people in this role.

    In terms of people already doing this job:

    • 57% of people in this role have GCSEs or equivalent
    • 37% of people in this role have do not have GCSEs or equivalent qualifications
    • 4% of people in this role have a certificate of higher education or equivalent but no degree

    You can take a college course that will teach you some of the skills you'll need in this job. Useful courses include:

    • Level 1 Diploma in Accident Repair Paint
    • Level 2 Diploma in Vehicle Accident Repair Paint Principles

    Some colleges offer paint spaying as part of an engineering course. Check with local colleges for details.


    Get the right qualification to begin your journey to becoming a Paint sprayer

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    Things to highlight for your Paint sprayer interview

    Dependability Job requires being reliable, responsible, and dependable, and fulfilling obligations. Attention to Detail Job requires being careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks. Adaptability/Flexibility Job requires being open to change (positive or negative) and to considerable variety in the workplace. Persistence Job requires persistence in the face of obstacles. Self Control Job requires maintaining composure, keeping emotions in check, controlling anger, and avoiding aggressive behavior, even in very difficult situations.

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