Apprentice Vehicle Body & Panel Repair Technician

Arriva Rail London Ltd; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 11,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

Arriva Rail London Ltd invites applications for an Apprenticeship as a Vehicle Damage Technician at the Milton Keynes depot. The 4-year programme leads to a Level 3 qualification in Vehicle Damage Panel Technology, with 140 weeks of training blocks at Glasgow and hands-on work within Arriva’s bodyshop team.

The role develops skills in chassis alignment, body identification, repair techniques and safety compliance, with progression toward a professionally qualified technician.

Qualifications

• Apprenticeship spanning 4 years toward a Vehicle Damage Panel Technician Level 3 qualification.
• Week structure includes 140 weeks with 5-day blocks at a partner workshop in Glasgow.

Responsibilities

• Assess vehicle damage and decide whether it is repairable.
• Remove and repair damaged panels to keep buses running.
• Work with an experienced team at the Milton Keynes depot for guidance.

Education

Vehicle Damage Panel Technician Level 3

Job description

Arriva Rail London Ltd invites applications for an Apprenticeship as a Vehicle Damage Technician at the Milton Keynes depot. The 4-year programme leads to a Level 3 qualification in Vehicle Damage Panel Technology, with 140 weeks of training blocks at Glasgow and hands-on work within Arriva’s bodyshop team.

The role develops skills in chassis alignment, body identification, repair techniques and safety compliance, with progression toward a professionally qualified technician.