Vehicle Damage Panel Technician Apprenticeship

Introduction

Are you into cars, hands-on work, and love seeing your efforts turn into something shiny and impressive? This could be the perfect job for you. FMGRS are looking for a motivated, detail-focused Panel Technician to join their busy workshop in Durham, DH1 2RS– and no, you don’t need years of experience to get started.

About the Employer

FMG Repair Services is one of the UK’s leading and largest group of accident repair centres. Offering quality, speed and value for all aspects of vehicle repair, you will find us in or near most cities in the UK.
Dealing with over 100,000 vehicle repairs per annum through our 65 fully equipped repair centres nationwide, along with mobile repair, glass repair and replacement services, we boast a broad range of repair solutions and services to meet the evolving needs of the industry.

What You'll Do

As a Panel Beater Apprentice, you'll learn the skills needed to repair and restore damaged vehicle bodywork to manufacturer standards while working towards a nationally recognised qualification.

You'll gain hands-on experience in a busy bodyshop, supported by an experienced mentor who will guide your development throughout your apprenticeship. Alongside your workplace training, you'll attend college and complete off-the-job learning to build the technical knowledge and practical skills needed for a successful career in the automotive repair industry.

As part of your apprenticeship, you will:

• Attend all college sessions and training courses as required
• Complete coursework and assessments on time as part of your apprenticeship programme
• Learn how to inspect and assess vehicle damage
• Remove and replace non-structural body panels
• Assist with repairing or replacing damaged vehicle panels using approved repair techniques
• Remove, refit and align body panels, doors, bumpers and other vehicle components
• Remove and reinstall mechanical, electrical and trim components where required
• Carry out cosmetic panel alignment to manufacturer standards
• Learn how to identify and report faults, including basic electrical issues
• Follow health and safety procedures and use bodyshop equipment safely
• Develop your technical skills under the supervision of experienced technicians while delivering high-quality repairs

Training Outcome

Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship, you will achieve an industry-recognised qualification, providing a strong foundation for a career as a fully qualified Panel Technician. FMGRS is committed to supporting your ongoing development, with opportunities for further manufacturer training, specialist skills development, and career progression, helping you build your expertise and advance within the business.

Skills Required

• Enthusiasm to learn
• Mechanically minded
• Practical hands-on ability

Qualifications

• Essential - GCSE - Maths - 4/C
• Essential - GCSE - English - 4/C

Course Information

Course: Vehicle damage panel technician (level 3)

Level: 3

Route: Engineering and manufacturing

Apprenticeship Level: Advanced

Working Arrangements

Working Week: 40 hours, Monday- Friday, shifts to be confirmed.

Expected Duration: 2 Years 8 Months

Training Provider: REMIT GROUP LIMITED