Apprentice Panel Beater

Job purpose: We are looking for enthusiastic Apprentice Panel Beaters to work in various Arnold Clark branches across Scotland while gaining an industry-recognised qualification.

At the end of your training, you’ll have a Level 3 Body Repair qualification and hands-on experience in an Arnold Clark Bodyshop.

You’ll also receive:

Your own tools, uniform, boots and overalls.

A mentor to support you in the workplace.

One week of introductory training at our dedicated centres.

Help to achieve your driving licence in your second year of training with free lessons and two attempts at your test.

Free lunches at our training facilities.

All the benefits available to existing Arnold Clark employees:

33 days’ annual leave

Flexible leave

Generous employee discounts

Private healthcare

Workplace pension

…and much more

Location

Dundee Accident and Repair Centre.

Hours

Full time: 39 hours a week.

What will I learn? Ready to earn while you learn?

As an Apprentice Panel Beater for Arnold Clark, you will work closely with mentors and supervisors to learn all aspects of body repair, including refitting body panels and trims, welding and body alignment. This role would suit someone with good practical and communication skills.

As well as extensive training in a fast-paced workplace, you will also work towards gaining a Level 3 qualification in Body Repair, putting you on the road to a successful career in the automotive industry.

Day-to-day duties

Repairing vehicle damage to manufacturers’ specifications.

Carrying out general housekeeping in the bodyshop.

Liaising with mentors and supervisors to carry out tasks.

Removing and refitting vehicle body panels and trims.

Applying body fillers to rectify panels.

Setting up and testing equipment.

What qualifications or qualities are required? Essential skills

You must have National 4 or above or an accredited equivalent in Maths, English and a traditional science or a technical subject.

Good standards of literacy and numeracy.

Great communication and listening skills.

Ability to work safely while completing workshop tasks.

A professional and responsible attitude.

Ability to work on your own initiative and as part of a team.

Good attention to detail and ability to multi-task.

Willingness to learn and follow instructions.

Employment within the Arnold Clark Group is offered subject to satisfactory reference and disclosure check.

We consider applications as we receive them and reserve the right to close adverts early (for example, where we have received an unprecedented high volume of applications). It’s best to apply right away to ensure you’re considered for this role.