Apprentice Vehicle Repair Panel Technician

4 weeks ago

Croydon, United Kingdom ABL 1Touch Full time

ABL 1 Touch was established over 25 years ago, as a family-owned accident repair business offering an alternate solution to the vehicle accident repair industry, moving away from large sites, incorporating the ‘repair over replace’ ethos, it is now backed by Private Equity investment, and is rapidly increasing the number of sites throughout the UK. ABL 1 Touch has highly experienced skilled technicians, who specialise in paint preparation and finishing, and as the organisation grows, we would like these technicians to share their knowledge and skills with others.

We are recruiting Apprentices who are keen to listen, learn and develop from our experienced technicians and who are willing to attend formal residential study blocks at a specialist training provider so that when they successfully complete their Apprenticeship standard, they can continue their employment and growth within the organisation as a highly skilled ‘Panel Technician’. As an Apprentice Vehicle Damage (Panel) Technician, you will gain the knowledge and skills so you can repair and replace damaged panels so the vehicle can be finished by Paint Technicians so the vehicle looks as good as new.

You will not just be learning technical skills and knowledge you will be developing skills for life which will enable you to succeed with communication, teamwork, time management, personal resilience and problem solving.

General Responsibilities

To support the repair and return of customer’s vehicles to their purchased and factory standard following an accident. To contribute to team production targets to ensure that the vehicle is returned to the customer in a timely manner. To fully participate in the Apprenticeship Study programme, to apply the knowledge and skills learnt within the Bodyshop and complete all learning activities and evidence learning within the specified time frames. To attend all residential study blocks at the designated training provider, this will be a minimum of six weeks per year. To avoid any conduct which could lead to disciplinary issues such as poor attendance, poor time keeping, inappropriate behaviours, general code of conduct issues and performance management issues.

Main tasks

To observe, recognise and report on vehicle structure and paintwork, using the formal reporting systems. To ensure correct that the correct Personal Protective Clothing (PPC), Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and Respiratory Protective Equipment (RPE) is worn in line with the discipline you are working on. To remove damaged panels To repair damaged panels and chassis and fit them. To maintain a clean and safe environment. To use diagnostic equipment to determine alignment of the vehicle’s structure. Ensure PAS125 / Health & Safety processes are adhered to. To accurately document and identify all components, materials and consumables used. To protect customers vehicles with covers and dust sheets etc. To safeguard the customers’ vehicle and contents whilst being repaired.

Person Specification

Essential

GCSE English Language &/or Maths at Grade 4 or above (or their equivalent) Accuracy and attention to detail. Ability to meet deadlines. Ability to work under pressure. Good understanding of the importance of confidentiality and security. Hardworking. Self-motivated. Desire to learn new skills and knowledge.

Desirable

Previous work experience in an automotive role. Good customer service skills Problem solving skills.

Interviews for the position will take place on 1st July 2024.

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