Apprentice Vehicle Damage Paint Technician

Stellantis

South Wirral, CH65 1AL

Closes on Friday 31 January

Posted on 18 December 2024

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Summary

You will be trained to be able to fix dings/bumps and effect paint repairs in an efficient and timely manner. You will be working within the paint unit but could, from time to time, be required to perform these functions in other areas of the plant.

• Annual wage: £14,722 a year

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  Please note salary is currently under review for potential increase.

• Training course: Vehicle damage paint technician (level 3)
• Hours: Mon-Thurs 7am - 3.50pm Fri- 7am - 11am

  37 hours 30 minutes a week

• Possible start date:

  Monday 1 September

• Duration:

  3 years

• Positions available:

  1

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 paint shop is the heart of the van manufacturing process, sitting between body assembly and general assembly. As issues arise, the ability to be able to fix dings/bumps and effect paint repairs in an efficient and timely manner is key within the manufacturing process and we are keen to find and train suitable candidates to support us in that role.   You will work on the production line and report into the shift supervisor.  The role is shift based eventually, once you have completed your apprenticeship.

Where you’ll work

North Road Industrial Estate

Ellesmere Port

South Wirral

CH65 1AL

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

CHESHIRE COLLEGE SOUTH AND WEST

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

In-house training plus the candidate will follow a Level 3 Apprenticeship programme and study towards a Level 3 in Vehicle Damage Paint Technician. This training will be structured and delivered by Cheshire College – South & West. If the candidate does not hold GCSE grades A-C (9-4) or equivalent, they will be required to complete a Level 2 Functional Skill in the relevant subject.

Requirements

Desirable qualifications

GCSE in:

• English (grade C/4)
• Maths (grade C/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
• Attention to detail
• Organisation skills
• Logical
• Team working
• Physical fitness

Other requirements

The plant is not on a bus route, so you will require your own transport, when based at Plant. This is a Manufacturing/ Shop floor-based industry.

About this company

We are Stellantis, born in 2021 and created through the merger of Groupe PSA and FCA Group. Stellantis is a provider of distinctive, exciting, and sustainable mobility solutions. Our Company’s strength lies in the diversity and passion of our 300,000 people all around the world and the rich portfolio of iconic automotive brands. Peugeot, Citroen, DS, Opel, Alfa Romeo, Fiat, Vauxhall and Jeep are just a few of the well-known names that sit in the Stellantis family. Stellantis is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity and equal pay regardless of race, colour, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or gender identity. Stellantis are also accredited with the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS) Gold Award, that recognises organisations that pledge, demonstrate or advocate support to the armed forces community.  If you want to make an impact and launch a career in an automotive global leader, we want to hear from you!

Company benefits

Company Car Scheme Company Vacation Bonus Manufacturing Bonus

After this apprenticeship

Opportunity for the right candidate to join the Stellantis Paint Unit team as a full-time metal and paint repair technician.

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

CHESHIRE COLLEGE SOUTH AND WEST

Sophie Cain

sophie.cain@ccsw.ac.uk

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000292697.

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Closes on Friday 31 January

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