Paint Prepper
Posting Start Date: 4 Nov 2025
Location: King's Lynn, Norfolk, GB, PE33 9NP
Company: Serco Plc
Surface Finish Technician 3
RAF Marham, PE33 9NP
Full Time, Permanent (39 hours per week)
£23,734.88 per annum and benefits
This is a career opportunity for the right candidate as initially there are no specialist skills required to do the job. We are interested in people who are passionate about developing their career at RAF Marham.
Previous knowledge or experience of working in an engineering environment would be beneficial, however full training will be provided. We are after someone who is excited to learn and grow at Serco!
Main responsibilities of the role include:
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Performing surface finish tasks in accordance with the quality policy procedures and standards required.
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Manual (Abrading), Chemical and Media paint removal methods on Aircraft, Aircraft components and numerous MoD ground assets prior to repainting.
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Ensuring that appropriate health and safety aspects including COSHH, and Risk Assessments are strictly complied with, including control of entry by unauthorised personnel into work areas.
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Ensure that all paints and associated materials are correctly stored in accordance with instructions.
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Be prepared to challenge/report others who display unsafe/unapproved behaviours and practices, including stopping tasks where an unsafe practice or variance from approved process is observed.
What you’ll need to do the role:
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A Full UK Driving Licence.
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Ability to follow defined procedures and work instructions.
What we offer:
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Salary: Competitive salaries with annual reviews
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Pension: Up to 6% contributory pension scheme
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Training and development: We offer a wide range of learning opportunities with over 1,100 internal courses available, funding for qualifications and apprenticeships, mentoring opportunities, and a focus on internal progression
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Wellbeing: 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, BUPA Anytime HealthLine, wellbeing app, Simplyhealth cash plans to claim back money towards healthcare costs, 30% off at Serco-managed leisure centres
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Discounts: Save across around 1,000 retailers, from food and clothing to days out, entertainment and travel
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ShareSave scheme: Helps you save regularly with the choice to buy Serco shares at a discount at the end of your savings period
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Employee networks: Dedicated networks where colleagues can come together to find support, share challenges, discuss ideas, network and be part of a community
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Charity: Support a charity or organisation with a paid volunteering day each year. You can also choose to donate to your favourite charity tax-free, through our Payroll Giving Scheme.
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At Serco, we see people first and foremost for their performance and potential. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive organisation that supports the needs of all. As such we will make reasonable adjustments at interview through to employment for our candidates and strongly encourage applications from a diverse candidate pool. We are open to discussions around flexibility and flexible working. As a proud Disability Confident Leader and holder of the Gold Inclusive Employer Standard, disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the job will be given the opportunity to demonstrate their abilities at an interview.
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