Apprentice Paint Technician

GTG Training; Livingston; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

GTG Training is recruiting an Apprentice Paint Technician for an independent garage in Kirknewton, Livingston. This Modern Apprenticeship programme lets you work full time and earn while you learn, with block release training at the centre and on-the-job assessments to build hands-on skills in vehicle refinishing.

You will train through GTG to SCQF Level 6 in Vehicle Refinishing and gain essential qualifications while developing practical abilities in preparing surfaces, colour matching and

Qualifications

• Must have or expect to gain National 4 English, Maths and a Science or Technical Subject.
• Full UK driving licence is essential as training will take place in Glasgow.
• Keen to start a career in automotive body refinishing.

Responsibilities

• Learn and perform vehicle paint preparation, blending and colour matching.
• Maintain workshop housekeeping and safety practices.
• Work under supervision to complete the apprenticeship assessments.
• Attend training blocks and apply skills in the workplace.

Skills

Proactive learner

Attention to detail

Manual dexterity

Education

National 4 English

National 4 Maths

National 4 Science/Technical Subject

Job description

Job Overview

• Earn while you learn
• Gain an SCQF automotive qualification
• Work full time in a Garage Paint Shop
• Job based in Kirknewton, Livingston
• Immediate start

GTG Training is recruiting for an Apprentice Paint Technician for an independent garage. This is a fantastic opportunity for those ready to advance their career within the automotive industry.

The Modern Apprenticeship Programme allows apprentices to work full time and earn while they learn, putting theory into practice within a training environment. In addition to attending training at the centre for week block releases, regular assessment and reviews are undertaken within the apprentice's own workplace to ensure they develop the skills required to successfully complete the apprenticeship.

Typical Day

The Vehicle Paintwork Repair apprenticeship provides prospective paintwork technicians with the necessary skills and knowledge to carry out the role of a modern vehicle paint technician.

Units Covered

• Contributing to housekeeping
• Reducing risks to health and safety
• Maintaining working relationships
• Preparing metal and pre‑painted surfaces
• Establishing defects on motor vehicles
• Spot repair on motor vehicles
• Carrying out blend/fade out repair
• Edge to edge repair
• Mixing and matching colours for motor vehicles
• Advanced colour matching for motor vehicles

What You’ll Learn

You will train through GTG to SCQF Level 6 in Vehicle Refinishing. Regular assessment and reviews will be undertaken within the apprentice's own workplace to ensure they have the required skills to successfully complete the apprenticeship.

Qualifications

You must have or expect to gain National 4 or above in English, Maths, and either a Science or Technical Subject. If you are working towards these qualifications, please state this in your application.

Personal Qualities

• We are looking for candidates who want to kickstart their career in the automotive industry and who are keen to learn.
• You must be dedicated and have a proactive approach to your work and learning.
• You are able to prioritise and work to timelines.
• A willingness to work in a practical environment using your own initiative.
• A full UK Driving licence is essential as training will take place in Glasgow.
• If you’ve got the right skills for the job, we want to hear from you. We encourage applications from the right candidates regardless of disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, belief or race.