Apprentice Vehicle Damage Paint Technician
Stellantis
South Wirral (CH65 1AL)
Closes in 5 days (Wednesday 2 April 2025 at 11:59pm)
Posted on 19 March 2025
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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.
- Wage
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£19,000 a year
- Training course
- Vehicle damage paint technician (level 3)
- Hours
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Monday - Thursday between 7am - 3.40pm. Friday - 7am - 11.10am.
37 hours 30 minutes a week
- Start date
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Monday 1 September 2025
- Duration
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3 years
- Positions available
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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
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 to 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
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
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
You will be entitled to join the Company Car Scheme from your start date. As well as this, you will have access to Stellantis Perks, which offers discounts on top retailers.
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 VAC1000310424.
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Closes in 5 days (Wednesday 2 April 2025 at 11:59pm)
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