Hands-On Vehicle Paint Technician Apprentice

Apprenticeship Central Ltd; Exeter; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

23 days annual leave + public holidays

Free life assurance (x2 basic salary)

Pension & save-as-you-earn scheme

Well-being services including 24/7 GP,

Health Cash Plan, Dental & Travel Ins

Stream App for pay management

Job summary

FMG Repair Services is recruiting an Apprentice Vehicle Damage Paint Technician to join a supportive bodyshop team in Exeter. You’ll gain practical skills and a nationally recognised Level 3 qualification, with no prior experience required.

Duration is 36 months. Pay starts at £8.50 per hour in year 1 and rises to the national wage for your age from year 2. Hours are Mon-Fri 08:00-17:00, with block-release training and mentoring throughout the programme.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Preparing vehicle panels for painting through filling, sanding and masking
• Mixing and colour matching paint to achieve a high-quality finish
• Applying primers, basecoats and finishing coats using spray equipment
• Finishing painted vehicles by polishing, touching up and removing masking materials
• Learning approved repair methods to ensure work meets manufacturer and BS10125 quality standards
• Maintaining tools, equipment and a clean, safe working environment
• Working alongside experienced technicians while developing your practical skills
• Communicating effectively with your team and contributing to a positive working environment

Education

GCSE English and Maths (Grade 4/C or above)

Discrete reading/writing skills

Job description

FMG Repair Services is recruiting an Apprentice Vehicle Damage Paint Technician to join a supportive bodyshop team in Exeter. You’ll gain practical skills and a nationally recognised Level 3 qualification, with no prior experience required.

Duration is 36 months. Pay starts at £8.50 per hour in year 1 and rises to the national wage for your age from year 2. Hours are Mon-Fri 08:00-17:00, with block-release training and mentoring throughout the programme.