About
Employer description
The unrivalled combination of our trained and experienced workforce, married with the very latest technology and techniques, FMG Repair Services boasts manufacturer accreditations, ATA training accreditation, as well as Insurer repair approvals. In addition, many of our sites hold BS 10125 accreditation - an important industry indicator of quality, meaning you can trust our team to complete your vehicle repairs to the highest standard.
Main description
Apprentices will be working alongside fully qualified body panel technicians to be fully trained in repairing and replacing damaged panels using approved techniques including gas, electric and plastic welding.
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
You will be working alongside fully qualified body panel technicians. Vehicle Body Panel Technician Apprentices are trained to repair and replace damaged panels using approved techniques, including:
Gas
Electric welding
Plastic welding up to B.S.I certification
Entry requirements
Essential qualifications
GCSE or equivalent in:
English (grade 4 or above)
Maths (grade 4 or above)
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 required
Communication skills
Organisation skills
Customer care skills
Problem solving skills
Logical
Team working
Initiative
Training to be provided
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
SKILLNET LIMITED
Your training course
Vehicle damage panel technician (level 3) Equal to A level
Your training plan
College Block Release
Functional Skills in maths and English, if required
Level 3 Vehicle Damage Panel Technician Standard
Future prospects
A full-time career within the automotive industry with many opportunities to progress to positions of authority
The opportunities are endless
By having a highly regarded set of skills, apprentices can go on to develop their career within the specific interests they may have, whether it be progressing through their dealership, working towards a job within motorsport
Closing Date
The closing date for this job offer is on 31/10/2024
Salary
£14,600.04 a year
Location
This job is located in Cambridge, Cambs
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