Apprentice Vehicle Damage Paint Technician - Continental Coachworks Ltd t/a Fix Auto West Kensington

Repair of minor scratches and dents Preparation of new and repaired panels for refinishing Preparing vehicle surfaces for masking and priming Paint refinishing techniques, paint detailing Paint detailing and buffing  Polishing the paintwork of the panel to a suitable finish

Training:
Our training partner will deliver a high-quality programme onsite in our bodyshop alongside a highly skilled mentor - both will support you in becoming a skilled and qualified vehicle paint technician Once the apprenticeship is complete, you will achieve a Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard Vehicle Damage Paint Technician Level 2 maths and English Functional Skills for all apprentices aged 16-18 at start  (if not already achieved) An option to complete Level 2 maths and English Functional Skills for all apprentices aged 19+ at start  (if not already achieved)

Training Outcome:
Following completion of your apprenticeship, you can look forward to a full-time career within the automotive industry with many opportunities to progress to positions of authority such as workshop controller, Vehicle Damage Assessor or Bodyshop Manager The opportunities are endless. Having a highly regarded set of skills, apprentices can go on to develop their careers within the automotive sector following their own interests and ambitions

Employer Description:
Fix Auto West Kensington is part of Fix Auto UK, a network of more than 110 independently owned, branded franchised bodyshops operating across England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. The Fix Auto UK network is rated ‘Excellent’ on Trustpilot by thousands of customers. Housed in a perfectly sized 9,500 sq ft building with ample secure car parking, the vehicle repair centre can be accessed just off the A4 and sits just a 4 minute walk away from the West Kensington Underground station, providing easy access to Earl’s Court, Hammersmith and West Brompton among other local areas. Like all Fix Auto UK vehicle repairers the business holds the prestigious BS10125 accreditation which provides the ultimate confidence that all repairs are carried out to the highest British Standards and as such ensures all car accident repairs, dent removals, dent repairs, bumper repairs, wheel alignment and wheel tracking are repaired or rectified to the highest standards. The team at the car body shop specialises in all car accident repairs, paintless dent removals and paintless dent repairs and effortlessly correct those annoying car scratches and door dinks caused in supermarket car parks!

Working Hours :
Monday - Friday, 8.00am - 5.00pm, with two 15 min breaks and 30 min lunch break.

Skills:
Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative,Patience,Physical fitness