Apprentice Vehicle Paint Technician – Hands-On Auto Craft

Apprenticeship Central Ltd; Weston-super-Mare; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid apprenticeship

On-site training

Job summary

Apprenticeship Central Ltd is recruiting an Apprentice Vehicle Damage Paint Technician in Weston-super-Mare to join a supportive bodyshop team. You’ll gain a Level 3 qualification with hands-on training and a mentor, with no prior experience required.

The role runs for 36 months with on-site delivery, mentoring, and regular progress visits. You’ll learn surface preparation, priming, colour matching, refinishing, and safe workshop practices while earning as you learn.

Qualifications

• GCSE English and Maths at Grade 4/C or above.

Responsibilities

• Prepare vehicle panels and surfaces for painting, including cleaning, sanding, and masking.
• Mix and apply primers, basecoats, topcoats, and clear coats to manufacturer specifications.
• Accurately colour‑match paints using approved systems and techniques.
• Carry out refinishing on panels, wheels, and full or partial vehicle bodywork.
• Identify and correct paint defects such as runs, contamination, or poor finish quality.
• Use spray booths and drying/curing equipment including UV and infrared systems.
• Follow manufacturer repair methods, quality standards, and health and safety procedures.
• Maintain tools, equipment, and materials in safe and efficient working condition.

Skills

Hands-on

Team player

Willing to learn

Good work ethic

Education

GCSE English 4/C or above

GCSE Maths 4/C or above

Tools

Basic IT skills

Job description

Apprenticeship Central Ltd is recruiting an Apprentice Vehicle Damage Paint Technician in Weston-super-Mare to join a supportive bodyshop team. You’ll gain a Level 3 qualification with hands-on training and a mentor, with no prior experience required.

The role runs for 36 months with on-site delivery, mentoring, and regular progress visits. You’ll learn surface preparation, priming, colour matching, refinishing, and safe workshop practices while earning as you learn.