Vehicle Damage Paint Technician Apprenticeship

Learn to assess vehicle damage and determine the appropriate paint repair methods and materials needed. Assist in preparing vehicle surfaces for painting by sanding, masking, and priming as necessary. Develop proficiency in mixing paint colours to match vehicle manufacturer specifications and customer preferences. Assist in applying primer, basecoat, and clear coat using spray guns and other painting equipment. Learn to blend and feather paint to achieve seamless transitions between repaired and original areas. Support the drying and curing process of painted surfaces using heat lamps or other methods as required. Collaborate with colleagues to ensure quality control and adherence to safety protocols throughout the painting process. Maintain a clean and organised work area, ensuring proper storage and handling of paints and painting equipment. Learn to use paint thickness gauges and other measuring tools to ensure paint application meets specifications. Participate in training programs and workshops to enhance technical skills, knowledge of paint systems, and safety awareness.

Training:

Approximately 20% of your total work hours will be dedicated to 'off-the-job' training. This is a mixture of online classrooms and face-to-face learning at The Henry Ford Academy in Daventry & RWC Training in Milton Keynes.

All of our Apprentices are employed through the Dealer Network and attend week-long block training at The Henry Ford Academy in Daventry & RWC Training in Milton Keynes.

Block training is complemented by a combination of regular coaching visits from one of our experienced Coaches as well as Virtual Classroom sessions and E-Learning modules.

Throughout your apprenticeship journey, we are committed to nurturing your growth and development, guiding you toward attaining a widely recognised qualification in the motor industry. This qualification serves as a cornerstone for building your career, offering abundant opportunities within our expanding Dealer Network. Upon successful completion of the program, you'll be well-equipped to advance and transition into new roles.

Training Outcome:

This qualification serves as a cornerstone for building your career, offering abundant opportunities within our expanding dealer network. Upon successful completion of the program, you'll be well-equipped to advance and transition into new roles.

Employer Description:

Every year we assist thousands of Ford owners and new customers in finding, purchasing and maintaining their preferred vehicle.

Our aim is to be your 'one-stop shop' for everything Ford. Visit us to choose a brand new or approved used Ford car or commercial vehicle. We can also offer you tailored finance and servicing deals with any model. Throughout your ownership of a Ford, you'll be supported by our accident repair, maintenance and MOT services, with genuine Ford parts and accessories available to fit your model perfectly.

As well as our main Ford dealership at Pride Park in Derby, we have showrooms, parts centres and servicing centres in five other locations. You can contact us in Huntingdon, Peterborough, Burton, Stamford and our newest dealership located in Spalding. There are also TC Harrison JCB dealerships across the UK, and our Leasing Division headquartered in Sheffield. All of these combine to bring effective driving solutions to even more motorists. Our dealerships in Derby and Peterborough now operate as our flagship FordStore dealerships, offering exclusive products and services.

TC Harrison is celebrating 95 years in the motoring industry in 2026, and we're continuing to go from strength to strength. Our comprehensive knowledge of Ford vehicles, parts and services is combined with the warm and friendly service provided by each member of our team.

Working Hours :
A standard workweek typically consists of 40 hours, scheduled from Monday to Friday, starting at 8:30am and ending at 5:30pm. Nevertheless, the specific working hours may vary depending on the requirements of individual dealers.

Skills:
Communication skills,Customer care skills