Vehicle Damage Paint Technician Apprenticeship

This is your chance to learn real skills, work on real cars, and become part of a team that gets vehicles looking good as new.

What You’ll Be Doing...

Think of it like giving cars a makeover. You’ll be:

Prepping paint gear and getting vehicles ready for spraying Mixing up paints by hand or with tech to nail the perfect colour Spraying on primer, colour coats, and protective finishes Solving paint issues like a pro – from cracks to colour mismatches Cleaning and looking after your equipment Making sure paints are stored safely and correctly

You’ll Also Get Stuck Into:

Keeping track of what work you’ve done and how long it took Chatting with customers or insurance reps Helping with quotes and estimates Extra Touches – Make it Look Like New Washing and polishing cars so they look brand new Buffing up windows, wheels, and mirrors

What We’re Looking For:

A genuine interest in cars and how they work
- Attention to detail – you’ll need to spot the small stuff Willingness to learn – we’ll teach you the rest A team player attitude with a good work ethic

Ready to get your hands dirty and start a career you can be proud of?

Apply now and let’s get started!

Training:

This is a Vehicle Damage Paint Apprenticeship programme, delivered by Remit Group.

Awarding Body: Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI)

Training is delivered in the workplace and on block release at the Remit Automotive Academy in Derby. This means you will be required to stay in a hotel for 12 separate weeks (Mon – Fri) over the duration of the programme, which equals 4 weeks per year. All associated costs for training are met by the employer and there will be no cost to you.

You will also be assigned a dedicated Development Coach who will visit you every 4-6 weeks, either in the workplace or remotely via Microsoft Teams, giving 1-2-1 advice and guidance to help you achieve the following IMI qualifications:
Vehicle Damage Paint Technician Level 3.

Training Outcome:

In addition to the salary:

• You will be provided with the use of starter tooling kits on joining the company (must remain on site)
• Eligible for the technical apprentice award scheme based on performance entry gates

Employer Description:
FMG is part of Zigup Plc and are the leading comprehensive automotive repairer in the UK with the largest network of 65 repair centres nationwide. Together with a mobile repair, glass repair and replacement service, FMG offer one of the broadest ranges of repair solutions and services to the insurance industry, fleet operators and direct to the vehicle owner.

Working Hours :
40 hours, Monday - Friday.

Skills:
Enthusiasm to learn,Mechanically minded