Job Description

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 and Qualification

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 3 Vehicle Damage Panel Technician apprenticeship standard.

Required Skills & Qualification

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

GCSE or equivalent English GCSE or equivalent (Grade Grade 4/C or above) DesiredGCSE or equivalent Maths GCSE or equivalent (Grade Grade 4/C or above) Desired

Apprenticeship Standard

Vehicle damage panel technician Level 3 (A level)

Employer

DRIVE MOTOR RETAIL LIMITED

Aisecome Way, Weston-super-Mare BS22 8NA

Provider

AUTO-ASSESS LIMITED