Apprentice Paint Sprayer - Loughborough

Volvo Group; Burton on the Wolds; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive company in Burton on the Wolds is offering a full-time apprenticeship as a Vehicle Damage Paint Technician. You will get hands-on training in vehicle painting, preparation, and application techniques, while also having access to career advancement opportunities within the Volvo Group. Candidates should have a GCSE A-C/Grade 4 in Math and English and a strong interest in heavy vehicles. A competitive salary of £8.72 per hour is provided.

Benefits

Salary £8.72 per hour

Access to a range of employee benefits

Career advancement opportunities within the Volvo Group

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic individuals with a strong interest in heavy vehicles.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and keen eye for detail.
• Strong communication skills and team player mentality.

Responsibilities

• Preparing paint spraying equipment.
• Applying several coats to the car, including primers, colours and protective finishes.
• Maintaining and cleaning equipment.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Strong attention to detail

Team player mentality

Basic understanding of mechanical systems

Education

GCSE A-C/Grade 4 in Math and English

Job description

Overview

Working closely with Panel Technicians, Vehicle Damage Paint Technicians (also known as paint sprayers or refinishers) are the ones who put the final touches on collision repairs and have the ability to make vehicles look just as they did when they left the showroom. You will be trained to complete every aspect of painting a vehicle from paint preparation, through to paint application and polishing.

Responsibilities

• Preparing paint spraying equipment
• Preparing the bodywork of the vehicle
• Mix paint by eye or using computer technology to ensure the best colour match
• Applying several coats to the car, including primers, colours and protective finishes
• Solving paint application problems; defects, cause and cures
• Maintaining and cleaning equipment
• Storing paints in the correct conditions

Training

Training is delivered in the workplace with your mentor and visits with your Remit Development Coach and also through block release at Remits dedicated Automotive Academy in Derby. There are a total of 12 blocks over the 3 year programme. The costs for your hotel, food and travel are met by the employer and there will be no cost to you.

Progression

An apprenticeship is full time employment, and many employers offer further training and progression routes. After achieving your level 3, you can go on to specialise in vinyl wraps and aesthetic paint work, or on to management roles such as Workshop Controller or Shift Supervisor. In addition, Volvo holds an event where you and your family will be invited to a special graduation day to receive your certificates and possibly a special merit award at the end of your apprenticeship.

Qualification gained

Level 3 Vehicle Damage Paint Technician Apprenticeship

Awarding Body: The Institute for Motor Industry (IMI)

Duration: 3 years which includes 3 months End Point Assessment preparation

Who are you?

• Enthusiastic individuals with a strong interest in heavy vehicles
• Basic understanding of mechanical systems and a desire to learn
• Excellent problem-solving skills and a keen eye for detail
• Strong communication skills and a team player mentality

Qualifications

• GCSE A-C/Grade 4 in Math and English

Who we are and what we believe in

We are committed to shaping the future landscape of efficient, safe, and sustainable transport solutions. Fulfilling our mission creates countless career opportunities for talents across the group\'s leading brands and entities. Applying to this job offers you the opportunity to join Volvo Group. Every day, you will be working with some of the sharpest and most creative brains in our field to be able to leave our society in better shape for the next generation. We are passionate about what we do, and we thrive on teamwork. We are almost 100,000 people united around the world by a culture of care, inclusiveness, and empowerment. At Volvo Trucks you will be part of leading the way towards a sustainable transport industry. For nearly a century we have been innovating for people - to make life easier, better and safer. Driving progress is our promise to customers, to the industry and to society. At Volvo Trucks we share a curiosity to learn, we work with passion and we embrace change to stay ahead. Join us, together we move the world we want to live in.

Benefits

• Salary £8.72 per hour
• Access to a range of employee benefits
• Career advancement opportunities within the Volvo Group