Apprentice Vehicle Damage Panel Technician

Follow workshop safety procedures and regulations (e.g., PPE, fire safety, manual handling) Identify and control hazards in the workplace Work safely with tools, equipment, and hazardous materials (e.g., dust, fumes) Learn about the different materials used in vehicle construction (e.g., steel, aluminium, plastics, composites) Identify and select appropriate consumables (e.g., adhesives, fasteners, abrasives) Understand corrosion protection and surface preparation Remove and replace panels such as doors, wings, bumpers, and bonnets Use hand and power tools to detach and reattach components Align and refit panels to manufacturer specifications Cut out damaged structural sections (e.g., sills, chassis rails, A/B/C pillars) Prepare surfaces for welding or bonding Replace sections using approved methods (e.g., spot welding, MIG brazing) Carry out panel beating, filling, and reshaping techniques Restore damaged panels using dent removal tools Use jigs and measuring systems to ensure correct dimensions Use body repair tools: hammers, dollies, sanders, grinders, drills Operate lifting and alignment equipment Maintain tools and calibrate measuring devices Use mechanical or laser-based systems to check vehicle chassis and panel alignment Adjust and correct vehicle structure to manufacturer tolerances Recognise when specialist realignment is required Learn basic and advanced welding: MIG, MAG, TIG, spot welding Follow safety procedures for welding and hot work Weld structural and non-structural components accurately

Training:

Level 3 Vehicle Damage Panel Technician Standard:

Ability to undertake appropriate job preparation prior to commencing repair, including safety precautions, panel preparation and body measurements Ability to identify the material used in the construction to enable the correct joining techniques and manufacturer specifications to be adhered to Ability 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, e.g., when to use resistance spot welding or mig brazing or bonding Ability to remove, repair and replace vehicle body panels and components of the vehicle safely and efficiently Ability to identify and operate the correct repair tools, equipment and devices used in the process, panel pulling systems, jig and alignment tools, spot welders, brazing tools Ability to 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 Blended on/off the job training and location to be confirmed

Training Outcome:
Full-time position within company

Employer Description:
RS Motors is a trusted automotive repair and bodyshop specialist based in the UK, known for high-quality workmanship and excellent customer service. With years of experience in accident repair, vehicle bodywork, and refinishing, RS Motors maintains strong industry standards and values professional development.

Working Hours :
Monday to Friday Hours to be discussed

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience,Physical fitness