Vehicle Damage Paint Technician Apprentice - Bury St Edmunds

DRIVE MOTOR RETAIL LIMITED

Cotton Ln, Bury St Edmunds, Bury Saint Edmunds, IP33 1XP

Closes on Sunday 1 September

Posted on 4 April 2024

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Summary

As an Apprentice Vehicle Damage Paint Technician, you will work as part of a highly skilled workforce that is committed to quality. The successful candidate can expect a high-quality training package with excellent career prospects. You will repair of minor scratches and dents and preparation of new and repaired panels for refinishing.

Annual wage
£13,312 a year

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The pay may be negotiated and may rise after a probation period has been successfully completed.

Training course
Vehicle damage paint technician (level 3)
Hours
Mon - Fri 8.00am - 5.00pm

40 hours a week

Possible start date

Tuesday 3 September

Duration

3 Years

Positions available

1

Work

As an apprentice, you’ll work at a company and get hands-on experience. You’ll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff.

What you’ll do at work

  • Our training partner will deliver a high-quality Level 3 Vehicle Damage Paint Technician programme here in our state-of-the-art bodyshop. No college attendance required.
  • You will work alongside a highly skilled mentor who will support you in becoming a skilled and qualified vehicle painter.
  • Level 3 Vehicle Damage Paint Technician apprenticeship standard.

Where you’ll work

Cotton Ln, Bury St Edmunds, Bury Saint Edmunds

IP33 1XP

Training

An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying.

College or training organisation

AUTO-ASSESS LIMITED

Your training course

Vehicle damage paint technician (level 3)

Equal to A level

Course contents
  • Ability to undertake appropriate job preparation prior to commencing repair e.g. substrate surface preparation, paint volume calculation etc
  • Ability to correctly identify the substrate materials to be refinished e.g. plastic, steel, aluminium etc
  • Ability to interpret relevant technical data and methods to create paint manufactures specified application
  • Ability to use refinishing materials following paint manufacturer specifications to reinstate vehicle finish back to high quality
  • Ability to 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

    • Your training plan

    This training plan has not been finalised. Check with this employer if you’ll need to travel to a college or training location for this apprenticeship.

    Requirements

    Desirable qualifications

    GCSE or equivalent in:

    • English GCSE or equivalent (grade Grade 4/C or above)
    • Maths GCSE or equivalent (grade Grade 4/C or above)

    Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.

    Skills

    • Communication skills
    • Attention to detail
    • Organisation skills
    • Problem solving skills
    • Analytical skills
    • Logical
    • Team working
    • Creative
    • Initiative
    • Patience
    • Physical fitness

    About this company

    With a turnover of approximately £250 million per annum and over 700 members of staff employed in 13 dealerships and one dedicated service centre across the country, giving the business both a national presence and a local community spirit. Representing Vauxhall, MG and Citroen we offer a wide range of new cars and vans whilst providing a variety of used and manufacturer approved vehicles to suit any need or price range.

    https://www.drivemotorretail.co.uk (opens in new tab)

    After this apprenticeship

    • Following completion of your apprenticeship you can expect permanent employment as well as opportunities to progress into roles such as Workshop Controller, Vehicle Damage Assessor or Bodyshop Manager. 
    • The opportunities are endless, having a highly regarded set of skills, Apprentices can go on to develop their careers within the automotive sector following their own interests and ambitions.

    Ask a question

    The contact for this apprenticeship is:

    AUTO-ASSESS LIMITED

    Sim Yoxen

    sim@auto-assessltd.co.uk

    The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000242001.

    Apply now

    Closes on Sunday 1 September

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