Vehicle Paint apprenticeship Vacancy at Steer Automotive Group (Heathrow)

STEER AUTOMOTIVE GROUP LIMITED

Middlesex (TW14 0TH)

Closes on Friday 29 August 2025

Posted on 28 April 2025

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Summary

As Apprentice Paint Technician, you will gain professional training to gather the skills and knowledge to correctly prepare, prime and refinish(paint) repaired vehicles to manufactures specification. We have a whole host of experts here to guide you through your learning journey and help you to succeed in your apprenticeship.

Wage

£15,704 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age

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Training course
Vehicle damage paint technician (level 3)
Hours
Monday - Friday, 8.00am - 4.30pm (inclusive of 1 x 30 minute lunch break).

40 hours a week

Start date

Monday 1 September 2025

Duration

2 years 6 months

Positions available

1

Work

Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.

What you’ll do at work

  • Following manufactures approved methods and techniques
  • Preparing paint work to new and repaired substrates
  • Applying foundation materials
  • Plastic repairs
  • Checking vehicle finishes for colour match
  • Formulating vehicle manufacturer colours
  • Application of vehicle colour base coats and clearcoats
  • Paint defect rectification
  • Completion of necessary repair documentation
  • Working closely with other members of the team to support and share knowledge

Where you’ll work

Unit 1
Space Waye
Feltham, Heathrow
Middlesex
TW14 0TH

Training

Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.

College or training organisation

THATCHAM RESEARCH

Your training course

Vehicle damage paint technician (level 3)

Equal to A level

Course contents
  • Ability to undertake appropriate job preparation prior to commencing repair e.g. substrate surface preparation, paint volume calculation etc
  • Ability to correctly identify the substrate materials to be refinished e.g. plastic, steel, aluminium etc
  • Ability to interpret relevant technical data and methods to create paint manufactures specified application
  • Ability to use refinishing materials following paint manufacturer specifications to reinstate vehicle finish back to high quality
  • Ability to identify and operate the correct repair tools, equipment and devices used in the process e.g mixing systems, paint booths, UV lamps and spray equipment

Your training plan

  • I.M.I (Institute of the Motor Industry) Level 3 Vehicle Paint Apprenticeship Standard qualification
  • Thatcham Academy will deliver the technical training requirements where this will take place with twelve one-week blocks during the apprenticeship
  • Additional practical training will take place at your place of work

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE or equivalent in:

  • English Language (grade 4)
  • Mathematics (grade 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
  • Presentation skills
  • Administrative skills
  • Number skills
  • Analytical skills
  • Logical
  • Team working
  • Creative
  • Initiative
  • Non judgemental
  • Patience
  • Physical fitness

About this company

Steer Automotive Group are one of the fastest growing and progressive Accident Repair Groups in the UK, with sustained growth and continuous investment in the latest technology and training. This role will be an integral part of the site and you will be trained to work to the highest standards and develop a commitment to complete quality from start to finish.

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After this apprenticeship

  • There are many potential career pathways and opportunities with Steer Automotive Group where they are the largest Accident Repair Group in the UK

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

STEER AUTOMOTIVE GROUP LIMITED

Jim Swann

academy@steer.co.uk

07515064325

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000317379.

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Closes on Friday 29 August 2025

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