Vehicle Damage Panel Technician Apprentice - Drive Vauxhall

Icanbea; Bury St Edmunds; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

No college attendance required

On-site training

Job summary

Drive Vauxhall in Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk is offering a Level 3 Vehicle Damage Panel Technician Apprenticeship. You will prepare, measure, and repair body panels, identifying materials and joining techniques while following manufacturer specifications.

You will learn on-site with a skilled mentor, study for professional knowledge, and complete the Level 3 Vehicle Damage Panel Technician apprenticeship standard at AUTO-ASSE LIMITED as training provider.

Qualifications

• GCSE English and Maths are desirable.
• Apprenticeship to Level 3 Vehicle Damage Panel Technician.
• On-site training with a mentor and dedicated programme.

Responsibilities

• Undertake appropriate job preparation prior to commencing repair, including safety precautions, panel preparation and body measurements
• Identify the material used in the construction to enable the correct joining techniques and manufacturer specifications to be adhered to
• Interpret relevant technical data and methods to make sure that any joints are in line with vehicle manufacturer specification and the vehicle / body panels are aligned correctly
• Ability to identify and understand the correct joining technology
• Remove, repair, and replace vehicle body panels and components of the vehicle safely and efficiently
• Operate the correct repair tools, equipment and devices used in the process, panel pulling systems, jig and alignment tools, spot welders, brazing tools
• Identify and communicate supplementary damage such as panels that were deemed to be reparable but once worked on were found to be beyond repair along with damage that could not be established on original inspection
• Ability to detect and rectify faults within a vehicles structure that’s integral to its safety
• Maintaining high standards of housekeeping

Skills

Analytical skills

Logical

Creative

Initiative

Physical fitness

Education

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

Job description

Vehicle Damage Panel Technician Apprentice - Drive Vauxhall

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About

7th October 2026

With a turnover of approximately £250 million per annum and over 700 members of staff employed in 13 dealerships and one dedicated service centre across the country, giving the business both a national presence and a local community spirit. Representing Vauxhall, MG and Citroen Drive Vauxhall offer a wide range of new cars and vans whilst providing a variety of used and manufacturer approved vehicles to suit any need or price range.

What you'll do at work

• Undertake appropriate job preparation prior to commencing repair, including safety precautions, panel preparation and body measurements
• Identify the material used in the construction to enable the correct joining techniques and manufacturer specifications to be adhered to
• Interpret relevant technical data and methods to make sure that any joints are in line with vehicle manufacturer specification and the vehicle / body panels are aligned correctly
• Ability to identify and understand the correct joining technology
• Remove, repair, and replace vehicle body panels and components of the vehicle safely and efficiently
• Operate the correct repair tools, equipment and devices used in the process, panel pulling systems, jig and alignment tools, spot welders, brazing tools
• Identify and communicate supplementary damage such as panels that were deemed to be reparable but once worked on were found to be beyond repair along with damage that could not be established on original inspection
• Ability to detect and rectify faults within a vehicles structure that’s integral to its safety
• Maintaining high standards of housekeeping

Training to be provided

Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.

Training provider
AUTO-ASSESS LIMITED

Training schedule
Our training partner will deliver a high-quality Level 3 Vehicle Damage Panel Technician programme here in our state-of-the-art bodyshop
No college attendance required
You will work alongside a highly skilled mentor who will support you in becoming a skilled and qualified vehicle panel technician
Level 3 Vehicle Damage Panel Technician apprenticeship standard

Entry Requirements

Desirable qualifications
GCSE in: English GCSE or equivalent and Maths GCSE or equivalent (grade Grade 4/C or above)
Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.

Skills required

• Analytical skills
• Logical
• Creative
• Initiative
• Physical fitness

Following completion of your apprenticeship you can expect permanent employment as well as opportunities to progress into roles such as Workshop Controller, Vehicle Damage Assessor or Bodyshop Manager
The opportunities are endless, having a highly regarded set of skills, Apprentices can go on to develop their careers within the automotive sector following their own interests and ambitions

Closing Date

The closing date for this job offer is on 28/10/2026

£16,640 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age

Location

This job is located inBury St Edmunds, Suffolk

West Suffolk College is an ambitious vocational and academic College, with a stunning main campus set in the heart of Bury St Edmunds. We are committed to providing outstanding education to all our students.