Apprentice Panel Technician

Apprenticeships; Bathgate; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

A training provider is offering a full-time apprenticeship in automotive body repair based in Bathgate. The role includes gaining SCQF Level 6 qualification through practical training. Candidates should have or expect to achieve National 4 or above in English, Maths, and a Science or Technical Subject. Applications are welcome regardless of background. Immediate start is available.

Qualifications

• Must have or expect to gain National 4 or above in English, Maths, and either a Science or Technical Subject.
• Full UK Driving Licence Preferred but not Essential.

Responsibilities

• Receive training in modern automotive technician skills.
• Learn body repair and alignment techniques.
• Engage in practical workshop environments.

Skills

Dedication

Proactivity

Ability to prioritize

Initiative in a practical environment

Education

National 4 or above in English

National 4 or above in Maths

National 4 or above in a Science or Technical Subject

Job description

Job Overview

Earn while you learn! Gain an SCQF automotive qualification. Work full time in a garage workshop. Job based in Bathgate. Immediate start.

Typical Day

The apprenticeship provides prospective body repair and alignment technicians with the necessary skills and knowledge to carry out the role of a modern automotive technician.

Units Covered

• Contributing to housekeeping in motor vehicle environments
• Reducing risks to health and safety
• Maintaining working relationships
• Use of hand tools and equipment in motor vehicle engineering
• Removing and replacing motor vehicle body panels
• Repairing major motor vehicle exterior body panels
• Identifying and rectifying motor vehicle body misalignment
• Motor vehicle body MIG/MAG welding operations
• Motor vehicle body resistance spot welding operations
• Motor vehicle body MIG brazing operations

What You Will Learn

Training through GTG to SCQF Level 6 in Vehicle Body Repair.

Qualifications

You must have or expect to gain National 4 or above in English, Maths, and either a Science or Technical Subject. If you are working towards these qualifications, please state this in your application.

Personal Qualities

• Dedicated and proactive approach to work and learning.
• Ability to prioritise and work to timelines.
• Willingness to work in a practical environment using own initiative.

Driving Licence

Full UK Driving Licence Preferred but not Essential.

Equal Opportunity

We encourage applications from the right candidates regardless of disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, belief or race.

How to Apply

Applications will be considered as they are received and adverts may close early due to high volume. Apply now.