Apprentice Vehicle Damage Panel Technician - Hall Brothers, Car Body Repair Specialists, Droitwich

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 vehicle's 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:

Our mission is to provide good quality workmanship & excellent customer service ensuring our customers return to us as and when they require our services. As a business we endeavour to limit the impact on our environment by promoting sustainable development for years to come. We are continually learning & moving forward within the industry. We are actively working towards gaining the industry kitemark BS10125.

Working Hours :
Typically - 40 hours Monday to Thursday 8am - 5pm / Friday 8am - 4pm.

Skills:
Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Patience,Physical fitness