Summary
We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic Bodywork & Vehicle Paint Spray Apprentice to join our friendly workshop team at Whitestar Travel. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a passion for vehicles who is keen to learn the skills needed to build a career in the automotive repair industry.
- Wage
£16,640 a year
- Training course
- Vehicle damage paint technician (level 3)
- Hours
- Monday – Friday
8:00am – 4:30pm.
40 hours a week
- Start date
Monday 7 September 2026
- Duration
3 years
- Positions available
1
Work
Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.
What you'll do at work
Working alongside experienced technicians, you'll gain hands-on experience in:
- Preparing vehicles for repair by cleaning, sanding, filling and masking damaged areas.
- Learning how to mix paint, apply primers, base coats and clear coats using professional spray equipment.
- Assisting with repairing damaged body panels and replacing parts where required.
- Polishing, buffing and finishing repaired vehicles to achieve a high-quality professional finish.
- Following health and safety procedures while maintaining a clean and organised workshop environment.
Where you'll work
1B DAVY DRIVE
NORTH WEST INDUSTRIAL ESTATE
PETERLEE
SR8 2JF
Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
Training provider
CITY OF SUNDERLAND COLLEGE
Training course
Vehicle damage paint technician (level 3)
What you'll learn
Course contents- Ability to undertake appropriate job preparation prior to commencing repair e.g. substrate surface preparation, paint volume calculation etc
- Ability to correctly identify the substrate materials to be refinished e.g. plastic, steel, aluminium etc
- Ability to interpret relevant technical data and methods to create paint manufactures specified application
- Ability to use refinishing materials following paint manufacturer specifications to reinstate vehicle finish back to high quality
- Ability to identify and operate the correct repair tools, equipment and devices used in the process e.g mixing systems, paint booths, UV lamps and spray equipment
Training schedule
Day release at Sunderland College.
Requirements
Essential qualifications
GCSE in:
- English (grade 4-9)
- Maths (grade 4-9)
Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.
Skills
- Communication skills
- IT skills
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Customer care skills
- Problem solving skills
- Logical
- Initiative
- Patience
Other requirements
There is the slight potential for working outside.
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