About the Role
We are seeking a motivated Apprentice Vehicle Damage Panel Technician to join our modern bodyshop environment. This apprenticeship provides hands-on experience across a wide range of vehicles, supporting your development into a skilled paint and refinishing professional within the automotive repair industry.
As part of a bodyshop team, you will contribute directly to restoring vehicles to manufacturer and customer standards, playing a key role in safety, quality, and customer satisfaction. You will be supported throughout your apprenticeship with structured training, workplace mentoring, and assessor-led learning.
What You’ll Do (Key Responsibilities)
As an Apprentice Panel Technician, you will:
- Remove, repair, and replace vehicle body panels to manufacturer specifications
- Repair structural and non-structural vehicle body damage
- Refurbish and repair trim components
- Carry out thermal joining processes, including welding operations
- Use non-thermal joining, bonding, and adhesive techniques such as TIG, MIG, MAG, resistance spot welding, and mechanical fastening
- Identify and correct vehicle body structural misalignment
- Use specialist alignment jigs and equipment to restore vehicle geometry
- Interpret repair specifications accurately and follow defined repair processes
- Maintain tools, equipment, and materials in safe working condition
- Complete work efficiently, meeting quality, safety, and delivery standards
- Communicate clearly with team members and customers throughout the repair process
Essential Skills & Attributes
We’re looking for someone who:
- Enjoys practical, hands-on work in a technical environment
- Demonstrates attention to detail and problem-solving ability
- Works in a focused, organised, and methodical way
- Communicates effectively and works well as part of a team
- Shows enthusiasm for learning multiple technical disciplines
- Takes pride in delivering high-quality, customer-focused work
- Can travel reliably to and from the workplace each day
Desirable Qualifications & Experience
While not essential, the following are advantageous:
- GCSE (or equivalent) English – Grade 4/C or above
- GCSE (or equivalent) Maths – Grade 4/C or above
- Basic IT skills
- A full driving license
Training & Development
- Apprenticeship Level: Level 3 Vehicle Damage Panel Technician
- Duration: 36 months
- Block release (approximately five weeks on-site, then every sixth week residential)
All apprentices receive structured support to build competence, confidence, and industry-recognised skills.
Learn more here: https://www.instituteforapprenticeships.org/apprenticeship-standards/st0403-v1-2
Future Career Progression
Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship, you will be well positioned to progress into a fully qualified Vehicle Panel Technician role, with opportunities for permanent employment and long-term career development within the business.
Things to consider
You will need to arrange daily transport to and from the site.
Why Join Us?
- Learn a skilled trade in a modern automotive repair environment
- Gain nationally recognised qualifications
- Work as part of a supportive, professional team
- Build a long-term career in the automotive industry
- Earn while you learn on a full‑time apprenticeship
- PAYE apprenticeship wage + pay reviews as you progress
- Fully supported training to IMI Level 3 standard
- Career progression to full‑time technician role
- Hands‑on experience with real vehicles every day
Pay: From £320.00 per week
Work Location: In person
