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Vehicle Paint apprenticeship Vacancy at Apollo Accident Repair Group - Portsmouth APOLLO MOTOR COMPANY (PORTSMOUTH) LIMITED

Our Apprentice Paint Technician, you will be provided with the training needed to progress your career further. During the apprenticeship you will be supported by your work team, manager, mentor, dedicated Assessor Coach and the training team. We have a whole host of experts here to guide you through your learning journey and help you to succeed.

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Closing date: 31 Aug 2022

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £10,004.80

    Apollo offer performance/progression/behavior related apprentice wage increases subject to appraisal plus Driving lesson & IT equipment benefits to support our apprentices through their training

    Wages explained

    Apprentices are paid for their normal working hours and training that's part of their apprenticeship (usually one day per week).

    Minimum Wage Rates

  • Working week

    Monday to Friday 8:00am to 4:30pm( inclusive of 1 x 30 minute unpaid lunch break Plus 2 x 15 minute paid rest breaks)

    Total hours per week: 40.0

  • Expected duration

    36 Months

  • Possible start date

    01 Sep 2022

  • Date posted

    28 Jul 2022

  • Apprenticeship level

    Advanced
    Level 3 (A level)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000070756

  • Positions

    1 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

Role and Responsibilities

prepping paint work to damaged vehicles
checking for colour match
applying fillers/stoppers
paint mixing and application
plastic repairs
following job card instructions
completion of necessary paperwork
working closely with other members of the workshop team to continually learn and share knowledge

What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?

  • IMI Level 3 vehicle Paint apprenticeship standard
  • Thatcham Academy will deliver the training
  • Thatcham Training for technical requirements will be 12 x 1 week blocks during the 36 month apprenticeship
  • Practical training available on site during your working week

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

There are many potential career paths and opportunities within Apollo Motor Group's 17 sites.

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Customer care skills, Problem solving skills, Administrative skills, Number skills, Logical, Team working, Creative, Initiative, Patience, Physical fitness

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent English Language (Grade C /4 or above) Essential
GCSE or equivalent Mathmatics (Grade C /4 or above) Essential

About the employer

Established in 1985, Apollo Motor Group has repeatedly impressed and set industry standards with unparalleled service excellence. As a result, the company has evolved into the best known and most valuable repair group in the south with 17 sites. Apollo places its employees at the heart of the business and even though the group has constantly grown, it still withholds its family values. Every single person is important, cared for and holds a valued position within the company

Employer

APOLLO MOTOR COMPANY (PORTSMOUTH) LIMITED

Address

Unit 6 Fitzherbert Road

Portsmouth

PO6 1RU

Contact

Jim Swann

jswann@apollomotorgroup.com

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Training

Training provider

THATCHAM RESEARCH

Apprenticeship standard

Vehicle damage paint technician

Level 3 (A level)

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