Vehicle Damage Panel Technician Apprentice
DRIVE MOTOR RETAIL LIMITED · Bury St Edmunds, UK
- Salary
- £16,640 a year
- Level
- Level 3
- Duration
- 3 years
- Closes
- 28 Oct 2026
- Qualification
- Level 3 Vehicle Damage Panel Technician
- Training provider
- AUTO-ASSESS LIMITED
About the role
Embark on a career as an apprentice Vehicle Damage Panel Technician with DRIVE MOTOR RETAIL LIMITED in Bury St Edmunds. This Level 3 advanced apprenticeship offers a comprehensive training package with excellent career prospects. You will be trained to repair accident damage to vehicle panels, working as part of a highly skilled team committed to quality. Duties include job preparation, safety precautions, panel preparation, and body measurements. You will learn to identify materials, interpret technical data, and apply correct joining techniques to meet manufacturer specifications. Responsibilities also involve removing, repairing, and replacing vehicle body panels and components safely and efficiently, operating various repair tools and equipment, and identifying supplementary damage. A key aspect of the role is the ability to detect and rectify faults within a vehicle's structure, ensuring safety standards are met, alongside maintaining high standards of housekeeping. Upon completion, you can expect permanent employment and opportunities to progress into roles such as Workshop Controller, Vehicle Damage Assessor, or Bodyshop Manager, with endless career development possibilities within the automotive sector.
Entry requirements
- GCSE English and Maths at Grade 4/C or above, or equivalent. Strong communication, attention to detail, organisation, problem-solving, analytical, and teamwork skills are desired, along with initiative, patience, and physical fitness.
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