Freelance Sprayer

Echo House is a fast-paced creative production company delivering exceptional projects across exhibitions, interiors, events and live environments. We're looking for an experienced Sprayer to join our talented production team.

Spray painting experience is essential for this role. We are seeking someone with a strong background in professional spraying techniques who can consistently produce high-quality finishes while working to tight deadlines.

At Echo House, positivity, teamwork and attention to detail are at the heart of everything we do. You'll be joining a collaborative environment where everyone's contribution is valued and where quality craftsmanship makes a real impact.

• Prepare surfaces for spraying, including sanding, filling and finishing cabinetry, furniture and fabricated items.
• Apply a wide range of finishes using various spray techniques and paint systems.
• Work from drawings, visuals, photographs and technical specifications.
• Colour match to approved samples and ensure all work meets the required finish standards.
• Operate, clean, maintain and troubleshoot spray equipment, including spray guns and air-assisted systems.
• Maintain spray booths, mixing areas and work spaces to a high standard of cleanliness and organisation.
• Communicate effectively with the wider production, fabrication and preparation teams.
• Manage workload efficiently to ensure project deadlines are achieved.
• Monitor stock levels of paints and consumables and report replenishment requirements.
• Follow all Health & Safety procedures, COSHH regulations and company policies.
• Support Echo House's sustainability initiatives and working practices.

• Proven professional spray painting experience (essential)
• Experience spraying within a joinery, exhibition, set-building, furniture manufacturing or fabrication environment
• Strong understanding of:
  • Water-based paints
  • 1K solvent paints
  • 2K polyurethane paints
  • Lacquers, stains and specialist finishes
• Ability to achieve high-quality finishes on:
  • Wood
  • Metal
  • Plastics
• Excellent attention to detail and quality standards
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Experience working to deadlines in a busy production environment
• Good problem-solving skills and a proactive attitude

The ideal candidate will be:

• Positive and solution-focused
• Highly reliable and dependable
• Quality-driven with excellent attention to detail
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment
• A strong team player with good communication skills
• Committed to maintaining safe working practices

We promote a working environment in which diversity is recognised, valued and encouraged. We acknowledge the multi-cultural and diverse nature of the UK workforce and society in general. We are committed to principles of fairness and mutual respect where everyone accepts the concept of individual responsibility. It is therefore your responsibility to make sure you observe and adhere to this policy at all times.