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Vehicle Body Panel Apprenticeship - Benfleet FMG REPAIR SERVICES LIMITED

Apprentices will be working alongside fully qualified body panel technicians to be fully trained repairing and replacing damaged panels using approved techniques including gas, electric and plastic welding.

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Closing date: 31 Dec 2022

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £13,644.80

    Paid above National Minimum Apprenticeship Wage at £6.56/hr

  • Working week

    Monday-Friday, 9am – 5pm, may vary. START DATE TO BE CONFIRMED

    Total hours per week: 40.0

  • Expected duration

    30 Months

  • Possible start date

    01 Jan 2023

  • Date posted

    03 Oct 2022

  • Apprenticeship level

    Advanced
    Level 3 (A level)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000092186

  • Positions

    1 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

Vehicle Body Panel Technician Apprentices are trained to repair and replace damaged panels using approved techniques, including:

  • gas
  • electric
  • plastic welding up to B.S.I certification

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

  • Key Skills (IT, Communication and Application of Number)
  • College Block Release
  • Learner will receive Level 3 Vehicle damage panel technician Standard qualification

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

A full time career within the automotive industry with many opportunities to progress to positions of authority. The opportunities are endless. By having a highly regarded set of skills, Apprentices can go on to develop their career within the specific interests they may have, whether it be progressing through their dealership, working towards a job within motorsport.

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, Organisation skills, Customer care skills, Problem solving skills, Logical, Team working, Initiative

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent English (Grade 4 or above) Essential
GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade 4 or above) Essential

About the employer

The unrivalled combination of our trained and experienced workforce, married with the very latest technology and techniques, FMG Repair Services boasts manufacturer accreditations, ATA training accreditation, as well as Insurer repair approvals. In addition, many of our sites hold BS 10125 accreditation - an important industry indicator of quality, meaning you can trust our team to complete your vehicle repairs to the highest standard.

Employer

FMG REPAIR SERVICES LIMITED

Address

Stadium Way

Benfleet

SS7 3BN

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Training

Training provider

SKILLNET LIMITED

Contact

Lucy-Anne Walker

lucy-anne.walker@skillnet.org.uk

01923 216 165

Apprenticeship standard

Vehicle damage panel technician

Level 3 (A level)

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