Apprentice Panel Technician

This is an excellent opportunity to work as part of a highly skilled team that is committed to quality. You will train to become a qualified Vehicle Damage Panel Technician; the successful candidate can expect a high-quality training package with excellent career prospects. You will work independently and as part of a team following a defined process, using the skills to correctly identify the different body panel types and have the ability to use the correct repair tools to carry out the work to the highest possible standard.

You will receive training and support throughout your qualification the successful candidate will learn to remove, repair and replace vehicle body panels and components of the vehicle safely and efficiently, using a variety of body repair panel tools, equipment and devices. Duties to include:

Assessing a vehicle to establish the extent of damage Based on the initial assessment, deciding whether to repair or replace bodywork Removing damaged panels Refitting new/repaired panels Repairing damaged bodywork using traditional dolly and hammer or more modern techniques Repairing small dents, holes or corroded areas using a compound filler

A certain amount of administration and customer interaction is also required:

Keeping a record of work carried out and time taken. Liaising with the customer or insurance company Providing quotations and estimations

Training:

The apprenticeship training is delivered via weekly block releases at S&B throughout a year, learning will also take place in the workplace and a S&B Development Coach and Workplace Mentor are allocated to support and monitor your progress to help you reach your goals and manage your workload. Your employer will pay you when you are attending weekly training blocks at S&B.

Training Outcome:
As a company we are committed to providing development and training opportunities to our employees This apprenticeship is the grounding for your future development and there are lots of opportunities to develop your career within our company

Employer Description:

Welcome to S J Cook & Sons Accident Repair Centre, state-of-the-art repair facility serving Bristol and beyond. From our location at Emersons Green on the Bristol ring road, we offer a dedicated and comprehensive accident repair service, tailored to the needs of our valued customers.
Our well-equipped repair centre has invested in the latest technology which includes water-based paint and infrared drying systems. We also have a fast-track smart repair facility, which efficiently and professionally restores bodywork damaged by minor scrapes and bumps, thereby minimizing the amount of time our customers’ cars are off the road.

Our expertise, combined with our insurance company and manufacturer approvals, make us the repair centre of choice for vehicles belonging to the local council and Avon and Somerset police, as well as for private individuals and small businesses.

We only provide repair work of excellent quality; as evidenced by the British Standard Kite Mark which covers all of our bodywork repairs. Additionally, our skilled panel and paint technicians are trained to the highest level, having all achieved senior ATA qualifications.

Customer care is of paramount importance to us. 

Working Hours :
Monday to Thursday 8:15am- 17:00pm Friday 8am- 17:00pm Lunch Break: 1 hour

Skills:
Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Initiative