Apprentice Vehicle Damage Panel Technician - Brandon Accident Repair, West Suffolk
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:
Level 3 Vehicle Damage Panel Technician Apprenticeship Standard:
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 2 maths and English Functional Skills (if not already achieved)Training Outcome:
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
Employer Description:
Established in 1997 by Paul King, Brandon Accident Repair Centre is a professional and highly regarded independent accident repair centre.
Brandon Accident Repair Centre is a local, independent, approved vehicle accident repair centre based in the Suffolk area. We undertake all aspects of vehicle body damage repair from minor cosmetic repairs to larger structural aluminium damage.
We work alongside the UK’s leading manufacturers, insurers, accident management companies, and local business fleets, as well as private vehicle owners, carrying out body repairs on all makes and models of cars and light commercial vehicles & vans.
We have earned a great reputation in the local area for the high quality of repair work and first class customer service we provide and our much valued accreditations guarantee the highest standards – covering Thetford, Mildenhall & Bury St Edmunds.
We repair all makes and models of cars and light commercial vehicles, including 4×4 and USA specification vehicles.
Based in Brandon, on the Suffolk, Norfolk and Cambridgeshire borders, we cater for customer vehicle repairs covering all three counties.
We are a trusted partner to many of the UK’s major insurance companies, and also the United Services Automobile Association (USAA).
Our team holds IMI / ATA accreditation, ensuring each technician meets the highest industry standards for skills, knowledge, and professionalism in vehicle repair.
Since 2009, we’ve held ISO9001 certification, reflecting our commitment to consistent quality management and continuous improvement across all areas of our service.
Originally PAS125, our BS10125 accreditation confirms that our vehicle body repairs meet rigorous safety, quality, and technical standards—giving you peace of mind every time.
Working Hours :
Typically Monday- Friday 8.00am- 4.30pm
Skills:
Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Patience,Physical fitness