Vehicle Damage Paint Sprayer Apprenticeship

Overview

FMG Repair Services (part of Zigup Plc) is seeking a motivated, detail-focused Paint Technician to join their busy workshop in Sheffield, S9 1TH
. The role is suitable for individuals who are passionate about motor vehicles and want to train within a hands-on environment. FMG Repair Services is a leading automotive repairer with a wide network of repair centres and a mobile repair and glass service for the insurance industry, fleets, and vehicle owners.

• Prepare filler to prime.
• Sand surfaces by hand or with power sanders.
• Mask off areas not to be painted with tape and paper.
• Colour match and mix paints or select pre-mixed shades.
• Apply primer and finishing coats using spray guns; rub down between coats.
• Roller priming.
• Touch up paintwork and apply polish to vehicles.
• Remove masking papers, waxes and polishes finished paintwork.
• May paint signs or artwork on vehicles.
• Treat vehicles with rust-proofing protection.
• Undertake supervised development of job skills and apply technical knowledge.
• Adhere to Housekeeping and Health and Safety regulations applicable to the role.
• Undertake other appropriate tasks as required and maintain progress in skill development.
• Develop interpersonal skills to transition from education into work.
• Follow company processes and standard operating procedures; maintain right-first-time repairs.
• Ensure repairs meet safety standards and compliance with BS10125; vehicles returned to customers meet the highest quality standards.

• In addition to salary, starter tooling kits are provided on joining the company (must remain on site).
• Eligible for the technical apprentice award scheme based on performance.
• On-the-job training: 80% of training within a bodyshop with a mentor.
• Off-the-job training: undertaken at a Registered Training Provider or other RTP.
• Contract Duration: normally 3 years, with a competency-based pathway for possible early completion.

• Attention to detail
• Physical fitness
• Enthusiasm to learn

• Essential – GCSE Maths: 4/CE
• Essential – GCSE English: 4/CC

• Course:
  Vehicle damage paint technician (level
  3)
• Level: 3
• Route:
  Engineering and manufacturing
• Apprenticeship Level: Advanced

• Working Week: 40 hours, Monday – Friday; times to be confirmed
• Expected Duration: 2 Years 8 Months
• Training Provider: REMIT GROUP LIMITED