BODY REPAIR Technician - Modern Apprenticeship - 18229

Contract: Permanent
Salary: £5.28 per hour
Employer: Independent garage in Rosewell
Closing Date: Friday 15 December

Based in the garage workshop, you will learn all aspects of repairing accident damaged vehicles, including chassis alignment techniques, panel repair and replacement, welding and preparing vehicles for painting. You will train through GTG to SCQF Level 6 in Vehicle Body Repair. 

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Employer:       
 
Independent garage in Rosewell.
 
Environment:
 
This role is based in the garage workshop. The Modern Apprenticeship Programmes allow apprentices to work full time and earn while they learn putting theory into practice within an automotive training environment.
 
What might a day in this role look like?
 
You will be involved in learning all aspects of repairing accident damaged vehicles, including chassis alignment techniques, panel repair and replacement, welding and preparing vehicles for painting. This programme covers the following areas:
 

• Assessing a vehicle to establish the extent of damage
• Based on the initial assessment, deciding whether to repair or replace bodywork
• Removing damaged panels
• Stripping and refitting trim and panel interior
• Refitting new/repaired panels.

 
What will I learn?
 
You will train through GTG to SCQF Level 6 in Vehicle Body Repair. As well as attending the training centre for week block release of training, regular assessment and reviews will be undertaken within the apprentice's own workplace with dedicated mentors from GTG and the workplace, which aims to ensure they have the required skills to successfully complete their apprenticeship.
 
What qualifications/skills are required?
 

• You must have or expect to gain National 4 or above in English, Maths, and either a Science or Technical subject
• We are looking for candidates who want to kickstart their career in the automotive industry and who are keen to learn
• You must be dedicated and have a proactive approach to your work and learning
• Time management and punctuality must be to a high standard
• A willingness to work in a practical environment using your own initiative
• A full UK driving licence preferred but not essential.

 

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