Apprentice Paint Technician

Job purpose: Inspiro Learning is recruiting on behalf of H.Macartney Body Repairs Ltd, offering an exciting opportunity for individuals interested in starting a career in the Automotive Industry while working toward a nationally recognised qualification

This apprenticeship programme allows you to earn while you learn, gaining hands-on experience in a real-world automotive environment

As a Vehicle Paint Technician Apprentice, you'll learn how to prepare and apply paint finishes to vehicles that have been repaired by body technicians. The role involves recognizing a variety of vehicle materials and understanding the preparation techniques required for high-quality finishes.

What will I learn? TYPICAL DAY

• Preparing vehicles to be painted after the damage has occurred or panels have been replaced, this can include repairing minor scratches to match the rest of the vehicle.

• Ensuring all parts are stripped from the vehicle for it to be painted.

• Sanding down relevant areas and adjoining areas for blending

• Masking out areas that will need to be treated.

• Etching and priming the area to be treated

• Selecting, mixing, and matching colour

SKILLS YOU WILL LEARN

• Excellent practical skills

• The ability to work quickly but also pay attention to detail.

• The ability to work well alone as well as part of a team.

• Good communication skills

• The ability to follow written and verbal instructions.

What qualifications or qualities are required?

• Nationals at level 4 or above in English and Math’s

• It is also preferred if you have a Craft Subject and physics/science these are advantageous but not mandatory.

• A desire to work in the Automotive Industry

• The ability to follow written and verbal instructions.

• Confidence in problem-solving

Initial Assessments and interviews will be carried by Inspiro Learning.