Bodyshop Paint Technician Apprenticeship - Gloucester SYTNER GROUP LIMITED

Do you want a dynamic and exciting career in the automotive industry? Mercedes is offering an opportunity for an Apprentice Vehicle Damage Paint Technician to join their team, learning how to carry out duties such as preparing, spraying and finishing vehicles that have been involved in collisions and/or other incidents in an efficient manner.

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Closing date: 14 Aug 2023

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £14,000.00

  • Working week

    Monday to Friday 8am to 5pm

    Total hours per week: 40.0

  • Expected duration

    36 Years

  • Possible start date

    01 Oct 2023

  • Date posted

    06 Apr 2023

  • Apprenticeship level

    Advanced
    Level 3 (A level)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000152803

  • Positions

    1 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

Duties will include:  


• Working alongside the current staff to repair and painting customer vehicles
• Involvement in drying and curing techniques used in the finishing of vehicles • Calculation / estimation of paint volume requirements per job  
• Health & Safety and compliance requirements of a collision repair business, such as control of substances
• Identify and operate the correct repair tools, equipment and devices used in the process e.g mixing systems, paint booths, UV lamps and spray equipment. Training will take place via Emtec, Ruddington on a block release model 8 x per year

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

• Nationally recognised qualifications – IMI Apprenticeship in Vehicle damage Body technician (Standard – Level 3)

• Functional Skills Level 2 (if required) Regular review and welfare visits from our assessors who will observe all evidence opportunities that occur naturally in the workplace

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

  • Upon successful completion and review of the apprenticeship, you will have the opportunity to gain employment with the business

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Problem solving skills, Logical, Team working, Initiative

Qualifications

Other GCSE or equivalent Maths 4/C or above (Grade 0) Desired
Other GCSE or equivalent English 4/C or above (Grade 0) Desired

About the employer

In our state-of-the-art dealerships across the UK, Sytner Group represents the world's most prestigious car manufacturers. Our success has been built by every team member working together and contributing to our one team ethos. We strive to deliver an exceptional customer experience; our employees are highly trained, enthusiastic, knowledgeable and driven to deliver our fundamental commitment to our customers; of getting it right first time and making each and every interaction special. Our ultimate aim is to be considered the best company to work for in the industry and the best company to do business with.

Employer

SYTNER GROUP LIMITED

Address

Ashville Business Park

Cheltenham Rd E

GL2 9QJ

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Training

Training provider

NOTTINGHAM COLLEGE

Apprenticeship standard

Vehicle damage paint technician

Level 3 (A level)

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