At a Glance
- Tasks: Prepare, spray, and finish vehicles to restore them to pre-accident condition.
- Company: Join a leading automotive company with a focus on skill development.
- Benefits: Gain recognised qualifications, hands-on experience, and career progression opportunities.
- Other info: Receive mentorship and training from industry professionals throughout your apprenticeship.
- Why this job: Become an expert in vehicle repair while earning and learning in a dynamic environment.
- Qualifications: No prior experience needed; just a passion for cars and a willingness to learn.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
A Vehicle Damage Paint Technician apprenticeship trains individuals to prepare, spray, and finish damaged vehicles to pre‑accident condition. The program typically lasts 30-36 months and is a Level 3 standard.
Day‑to‑day duties:
- Ensuring all parts have been stripped from the vehicle in order for it to be painted
- Sanding down relevant area and adjoining area for blending
- Masking out areas to be treated
- Etching and priming areas to be treated
- Selecting matching and mixing colours using the colour palette
- Spray painting panels or vehicle parts using a variety of techniques to ensure a factory standard finish
Additional duties:
- Assessing faults
- Preparing job cards and assessment reports
- Accessing and removing mechanical and electrical components
- Removing and fitting non‑structural body panels
- Removing and re‑installing mechanical and electrical systems
- Vehicle valeting
Apprenticeship outcome:
- The level 3 Vehicle Parts apprenticeship programme is a bespoke programme developed specifically to ensure that you develop the knowledge, skills and behaviours required to become a Parts Advisor within the automotive industry.
- On successful completion of this apprenticeship you will be awarded the L3 customer service specialist apprenticeship standard as well as nationally accredited and recognised unit certificates covering sales and vehicle parts.
- This level 3 apprenticeship develops advanced skills, knowledge and behaviours allowing you to become an expert in the organisations products and services. You will be a referral point who provides specialist information which supports sales, customer service and service departments in achieving key objectives.
- You will also be eligible to join the Institute of Customer Service as an individual member at a professional level.
- Over the duration of 18 months, you will receive a combination of face to face workplace visits with specialist Skills Coaches, virtual classroom masterclass teaching seminars, workplace coaching and mentoring and online training and support.
To apply, please email your CV and cover letter to admin@rgr-garages.co.uk.
MET (Mechanical, Electrical, Trim) technician Apprentice - Level 3 employer: RGR Garages (Cranfield) Ltd
At RGR Garages, we pride ourselves on being an excellent employer, offering a supportive and dynamic work culture that fosters growth and development for our apprentices. With hands-on training from experienced professionals and a commitment to your success, you will gain invaluable skills in the automotive industry while enjoying a collaborative environment that values innovation and teamwork. Located in a vibrant community, we provide unique opportunities for career advancement and professional networking, making us an ideal choice for those seeking meaningful and rewarding employment.
Contact Details:
RGR Garages (Cranfield) Ltd Recruitment Team
