Level 3 Bodyshop Technician Apprenticeship

Summary

We are currently recruiting for a Bodyshop Paint Apprentice. The successful applicant will have the opportunity to work with one of the world's most prestigious and technologically advanced car manufacturers. You will be working in our BMW Vehicle Distribution Centre in Thorne, Doncaster to the high standards of the brand.

Annual wage

£13,312 a year

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In Year 1 you will be paid the Apprenticeship rate. In years 2 and 3 you will be paid the minimum wage for your age.

Training course

Vehicle damage panel technician (level 3)

Hours

Monday to Friday 8.00 to 4.30 pm with half hour lunch break.

40 hours a week

Possible start date

Tuesday 1 October

Duration

3 Years

Positions available

4

Work

As an apprentice, you’ll work at a company and get hands-on experience. You’ll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff.

What you’ll do at work

The preparation and application of foundation materials and topcoat
An awareness of different paint systems, paint equipment, special effect paints
Quality vehicle checks
Vehicle damage assessments

Where you’ll work

BMW Distribution Centre

Paddock Lane

Thorne

Doncaster

DN8 4HT

Training

An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying.

College or training organisation

INSPIRO LEARNING LIMITED

Your training course

Vehicle damage panel technician (level 3)

Equal to A level

Course contents

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

Your training plan

All BMW Bodyshop Apprentices (Paint & Panel) attend a centralised body training facility for their off-the-job training. This centre is equipped with BMW Cars and BMW Colour Systems to ensure that apprentices are trained to the highest standards. You may have to stay away from home in weekly blocks of training. You will also be trained on the job.

Requirements

Desirable qualifications

GCSE in:

English and Maths (grade A-C or 9-4)

Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.

Skills

Communication skills
IT skills
Attention to detail
Organisation skills
Customer care skills
Problem solving skills
Team working
Creative
Patience

Other requirements

Successful applicants must be prepared to travel to the body training facility to complete their apprenticeship training. Training is completed in one-week blocks approximately once every two-three months. All training costs are covered by the BMW Retailer/Bodyshop (travel, accommodation and food). All Bodyshop Technician (Paint & Panel) Apprentices will be employed at their local workplace and will attend our body training facility for their training. All applications are to be done through the BMW Apprenticeship website. The apply online button can be found at the bottom of the page. Candidates will only be contacted if they meet the initial criteria for the BMW/MINI programme. Training to be provided: • Vehicle Damage Paint Technician Standard Level 3 • IMIAL Level 2 Award in Electric/Hybrid Vehicles • Employment Rights and Responsibilities • Personal Learning and Thinking Skills

About this company

GBA Group Ltd was formed in 1987 We employ more than 900 people Initially established as Ships Agents in Hull but went into Terminal Management 30 years ago! Terminal locations in ports around the country such as Grimsby, Southampton and Tyne We work with most Vehicle Brands including Volvo, Mazda, Honda, BMW and Aston Martin. In January 2024, GBA took over the BMW Distribution Centre in Thorne. We run the workshops and movement of the vehicles on transporters to the BMW Dealers around the country.

http://www.gbagroup.com (opens in new tab)

Company benefits

Pension, 25 days holiday plus 8 bank holidays, staff canteen, ongoing training and career development.

After this apprenticeship

On successful completion of the apprenticeship, you will progress to become a fully qualified Bodyshop Paint Technician. Having been trained to BMW/Mini Standard you will have World Class Skills.

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

GBA Group

Clare Wigg

clare.wigg@gbagroup.com

07955295675

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000270787.

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Closes in 10 days (Monday 30 September)

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