Apprentice Paint Sprayer - Loughborough

AB Volvo; Loughborough; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive company in Loughborough seeks an Apprentice Paint Spray Technician, offering hands-on training in vehicle painting, a Level 3 Vehicle Damage Paint Technician Apprenticeship, and a salary of £8.72 per hour. Ideal candidates should be enthusiastic with a keen eye for detail and problem-solving skills. The position includes training and career progression opportunities within the Volvo Group.

Benefits

Access to a range of employee benefits

Career advancement opportunities

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Team player mentality

Education

GCSE A* to C/Grade 4 in Math and English

Job description

Apprentice Paint Spray Technician - Loughborough

Site: Byron St Ext, Loughborough LE11 5HE

Kickstart Your Career with Volvo Trucks!

Are you passionate about vehicles and have an eye for detail? Volvo Trucks is offering an exciting opportunity to join our team as an Apprentice Paint Spray Technician. This is your chance to work with one of the most trusted names in the automotive industry while gaining valuable hands-on experience and qualifications

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.

• 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

Qualification gained: Level 3 Vehicle Damage Paint Technician Apprenticeship

Awarding Body: The Institute for Motor Industry (IMI) The IMI/Vehicle Damage Paint Technician

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

• 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

Desired qualifications: GCSE A* to C/Grade 4 in Math and English

What’s in it for you?

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

Ready for the next move?

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

We value your data privacy and therefore do not accept applications via mail.

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.

Every day, Volvo Group products and services ensure that people have food on the table, children arrive safely at school and roads and buildings can be constructed. Looking ahead, we are committed to driving the transition to sustainable and safe transport, mobility and infrastructure solutions toward a net-zero society.

Joining Volvo Group, you will work with some of the world’s most iconic brands and be part of a global and leading industrial company that is harnessing automated driving, electromobility and connectivity.

Our people are passionate about what they do, they aim for high performance and thrive on teamwork and learning. Everyday life at Volvo is defined by a climate of support, care and mutual respect.

If you aspire to grow and make an impact, join us on our journey to create a better and more resilient society for the coming generations.