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Bodyshop Panel Technician Apprenticeship - Wellingborough STEER AUTOMOTIVE GROUP LIMITED

STEER AUTOMOTIVE GROUP LIMITED

Bodyshop Panel Technician Apprenticeship - Wellingborough STEER AUTOMOTIVE GROUP LIMITED

£13312

STEER AUTOMOTIVE GROUP LIMITED, Barton in Fabis, Nottinghamshire

  • Full time
  • Permanent
  • Onsite working

Posted 1 week ago, 19 May | Get your application in now before you miss out!

Closing date: Closing date not specified

job Ref: edecb30b859c4e7f86fc683bc65bec50

Full Job Description

  • Your role includes the technical and practical needs for today's motor vehicle body repair industry. You will study both the theory and practical aspects

  • The successful candidate will work independently and as part of a team following a defined process, using their skills to correctly identify the different body panel types and have the ability to use the correct repair tools to carry out the work to the highest possible standard

  • Motor vehicle chassis and body alignment, e.g. underbody measurement and its impact on suspension and steering geometry

  • Vehicle body types, panel identification, safety systems, materials and alternative fuel

  • Use of Body Panel Repair tools, equipment and devices used in the process e.g. alignment jigs, resistance welding equipment, riveting and bonding tools

  • Removal and replacement of body panels and associated parts e.g. mechanically fixed components, chemically fixed components

  • Interpretation of technical data for joining techniques and replacement panels

  • Quality control process and the implications of poor quality


    • Training will take place via Emtec, Ruddington on a block release model 8 x per year

    The training you will be getting

  • Nationally recognised qualifications - IMI Apprenticeship in Vehicle damage Body technician (Standard - Level 3)

  • Functional Skills Level 2 (if required)

  • Regular review and welfare visits from our assessors who will observe all evidence opportunities that occur naturally in the workplace

  • Training will take place via Emtec, Ruddington on a block release model 8 x per year

    Communication skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Analytical skills, Team working, Physical fitness, GCSE or equivalent English (Grade 4) Desired

    • GCSE or equivalent Mathematics (Grade 4) Desired

    Steer is the UK's leading automotive repair business, with 119 locations and over 2,400 expert colleagues, repairing over 100,000 vehicles a year.This makes us the UK's largest independent repair group. You'll find our highly qualified technicians deliver true excellence on every job. And our customer service is founded on respect and integrity. We respect the environment too. Our innovative technology drives us to use the most sustainable repair solutions. Our aim? To reduce our carbon footprint and yours.

    You could reduce your training time, or finish your apprenticeship faster, if you have relevant prior learning or experience. This could be relevant:
  • training

  • qualifications, like an NVQ in a relevant field

  • industry or sector experience