Vehicle Damage Panel Technician Apprentice

As an apprentice vehicle damage panel technician, you will be repairing accident damage to vehicles, i.e., removal, repair and replacement of vehicle body panels to vehicle manufacturer specification. The vehicles can include cars and light commercial vehicles. Expect a high-quality training package with excellent career prospects.

What you'll do

• Undertake appropriate job preparation prior to commencing repair, including safety precautions, panel preparation and body measurements
• Identify the material used in the construction to enable the correct joining techniques and manufacturer specifications to be adhered to
• Interpret relevant technical data and methods to make sure that any joints are in line with vehicle manufacturer specification and the vehicle / body panels are aligned correctly
• Ability to identify and understand the correct joining technology
• Remove, repair, and replace vehicle body panels and components of the vehicle safely and efficiently
• Operate the correct repair tools, equipment and devices used in the process, panel pulling systems, jig and alignment tools, spot welders, brazing tools
• Identify and communicate supplementary damage such as panels that were deemed to be reparable but once worked on were found to be beyond repair along with damage that could not be established on original inspection
• Ability to detect and rectify faults within a vehicles structure that's integral to its safety
• Maintaining high standards of housekeeping

Training

Level 3 Vehicle Damage Panel Technician Apprenticeship Standard:

• Our training partner will deliver a high-quality Level 3 Vehicle Damage Panel Technician programme here in our state-of-the-art bodyshop
• No college attendance required
• You will work alongside a highly skilled mentor who will support you in becoming a skilled and qualified vehicle panel technician
• Level 2 maths and English Functional Skills (if not already achieved)

There is a physical element to automotive repair, including lifting, pulling and using kinetic tools such as hammers and compressed air devices.

After the apprenticeship

• Following completion of your apprenticeship you can expect permanent employment as well as opportunities to progress into roles such as workshop controller, vehicle damage assessor or Bodyshop manager
• The opportunities are endless, having a highly regarded set of skills, apprentices can go on to develop their careers within the automotive sector following their own interests and ambitions

Skills

• Communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Organisation skills
• Problem solving skills
• Analytical skills
• Logical
• Team working
• Creative
• Initiative
• Patience
• Physical fitness

Qualifications

• Desired: GCSE, English GCSE (grade Grade 4/C or above)
• Desired: GCSE, Maths GCSE (grade Grade 4/C or above)

Things to consider

We are looking for someone who is self-motivated, enthusiastic and organised. Keen to support others as a cooperative team member and eager to learn, with a genuine passion for cars and all things automotive.

About the employer

SBS Bodyworks is one of the UK's leading car bodywork specialists,

providing high quality vehicle repairs, vehicle bodywork and insurance claim handling

We've been given the BS1 kitemark, a badge of excellence and quality. Our car repair centre is proud to be a leader in driving exceptional repair standards and safety

Nobody wants their car sitting damaged in a garage and not on the road. Our team of experts perform car accident repair as fast as possible without compromising on quality on any level. Our work speaks for itself.

We know how stressful it can be when something unexpected happens to your vehicle. That's why at SBS Bodyworks we offer to collect and return your vehicle so that you don't have to worry.

We have a team of ex-OEM technicians who have had specialised training & certifications guaranteeing your repair is carried out safely and to an oem standard. Their vast experience and knowledge ensure that all of our repairs are carried out to the highest quality.

Apprenticeship details

• Course: Vehicle damage panel technician (level 3), Engineering and manufacturing
• Apprenticeship level: Advanced (level 3)
• Training provider: AUTO-ASSESS LIMITED
• Expected duration: 2 Years 6 Months
• Hours: 40 hours a week. Working week: Typically, 8.00am - 4.30pm Monday - Friday.
• Start date: 9 November 2026
• Positions available: 1
• Wage: £16,640 a year