Sprayshop & Body Technician Apprentice Apprentice; Level 3 - UK

About Murphy

Murphy is a leading international, multi-disciplined engineering and construction company founded in 1951 that improves life by delivering world-class infrastructure. Operating in the United Kingdom, Ireland and North America, Murphy provides better engineered solutions to infrastructure sectors including transportation, water, power and natural resources. We also have a number of related businesses – Ground Engineering;
Utility Connections;
Murphy Plant;
Murphy Process Engineering;
Pipeline Testing Services;
Specialist Welding Services; and Electrical Services. Murphy employs more than 4,300 engineers, professional managers and skilled operatives around the world. Together, we work as ‘One Murphy’ by directly delivering the people, plant and expertise needed to make projects a success. There’s more to Murphy.

A Day in the Life of an Apprentice Sprayshop and Body Technician

• Preparing vehicle surfaces for painting, including sanding, masking, and priming.
• Assisting with body repairs on vans, cars, and construction plant equipment.
• Mixing and applying paints using spray guns and other specialist tools.
• Maintaining a clean and safe working environment in the sprayshop.
• Supporting qualified technicians with complex repairs and refinishing tasks.
• Inspecting finished work for quality and compliance with standards.

Skills You Will Learn

• Surface preparation techniques for different vehicle types and materials.
• Paint mixing, colour matching, and spray application methods.
• Body panel repair and replacement processes.
• Safe use of tools, equipment, and personal protective gear.
• Understanding of industry standards and quality control procedures.
• Problem-solving and attention to detail in vehicle finishing.

What qualification will I receive through the apprenticeship? As part of this apprenticeship, you will receive a Level 3 qualification which takes up to 3 years to complete.

Where will I be based on the apprenticeship? For this apprenticeship you will be based at either our Hemel Hempstead, Golborne, Cannock or Ollerton Depot.

What do I need to be considered for the apprenticeship?

• GCSE Maths and English at grade A*- C/ 4-9 (or equivalent).
• You don’t need to have previous experience for the role, but you do need to be ready to learn, have a positive mindset and a can-do attitude!
• Eligible to work in the UK with a valid work permit if applicable. Please note, that we do not provide sponsorship.

Above all, we need people who will adopt our values and strive to live them:

• One Family, One Team, One Murphy
• Always Deliver
• Respect, Integrity & Accountability
• Never Harm
• Continually Improve

• Dedicated and continued investment in your professional development.
• Murphy is committed to building a diverse and inclusive culture, making Murphy a great place to work where we can all thrive. You can get involved in numerous events and even join our committee dedicated to continuously nurturing Murphy’s inclusive culture.
• Charity is at the heart of Murphy values; you will receive 2 days leave per year to donate your time to a charity of your choosing. Many teams choose to support a charity together to positively impact our communities.
• Annual salary review
• Above market rate contributory pension scheme
• Health Care Cash Plan
• Subsidised canteen facilities in core locations
• Other Murphy benefits include retail discounts and cashback, discounted gym memberships, cycle to work scheme etc
• Access to Murphy Wellbeing: you will have access to a host of online tools, mental health trained colleagues, and if needs be external professional support because we understand that work and life offers challenges that sometimes need a little extra support.

Our recruitment process consists of two stages:

• Initial application:
  If you don’t have your own CV yet, please upload a document that tells us a little bit more about who you are, what you have studied and why you are interested in this apprenticeship.
• In-person interview

It’s important to us that everybody has an equal chance to succeed; therefore if you'd like to discuss any reasonable adjustments for any part of the recruitment process, please feel free to get in touch at e

Please note:

Should we receive a high volume of suitable applications we may choose to close our opportunities early. Therefore, to avoid missing out, we do recommend you submit your application asap.

Murphy is unable to employ anyone who does not have the legal right to live and work in the UK.