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Apprentice Vehicle Converter

Woodall Nicholson Limited - Coleman Milne · Bolton · posted 1 July 2026

Wage
£15,808 a year
Hours
38 hours a week
Duration
1 Year 6 Months
Level
Intermediate (Level 2)
Standard
Fitted interiors installer (level 2)
Starts
21 September 2026
Closing date
31 July 2026
Positions
1

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About the Role:

  • You will support the conversion and customisation of vehicles, learning practical techniques including basic wiring, fitting and finishing.
  • You will work on both exterior and interior trim, including vehicle flooring, seats, tracking, doors, bumpers, carpets and windows.
  • You will learn how to interpret technical drawings and specifications accurately.
  • You will use a range of consumable materials, including polyester filler, sealants, panel wipe, glues, aerosol paints and primers.
  • You will maintain high standards of workmanship while following all relevant safety requirements.
  • You will work as part of a team to help complete projects on time and to a high standard.
  • You will take part in training sessions and assessments to support your ongoing development.

What We’re Looking For:

  • A keen interest in vehicle design, structure, electrics, mechanics and customisation.
  • A basic understanding of tools and machinery used in vehicle conversion.
  • Good attention to detail and a practical approach to problem-solving.
  • The ability to work well as part of a team and follow instructions.
  • Good communication skills.
  • A positive attitude, willingness to learn and the ability to adapt to new challenges.
  • Commitment to completing an 18-month apprenticeship.

Your training

  • You will work towards a Level 2 Fitted Interiors Installer qualification.
  • Hopwood Hall College will be the apprenticeship training provider, and you will be allocated a work-based tutor from the college who will support you through your apprenticeship.
  • Training will be based at both Hopwood Hall College and Coleman Milne.

Where it leads

Potential opportunity for a full-time position following successful completion of the apprenticeship.

About Woodall Nicholson Limited - Coleman Milne

Our commitment to the funeral industry is not simply to build vehicles, but to provide market solutions that enable our customers to deliver excellent service.

We achieve this thanks to the technical capabilities of our dedicated team, in-depth market knowledge and a strong forward-thinking ethos. The use of cutting-edge design and manufacturing technology allows us to challenge conventions to produce vehicles that are as innovative, advanced and reliable as they are elegant.

Looking towards the future, we will continue to conceive striking visual designs, develop a fully electric drive train and will bring our German facility on stream, all contributing to the next generation of Europe’s premier ceremonial vehicles.

Skills they're looking for

Communication skillsAttention to detailTeam workingInitiative

Entry requirements

  • GCSE English (grade 4/C or equivalent) — desired
  • GCSE Maths (grade 4/C or equivalent) — desired

Where you'll work

  • Colmil Works Hart Common, Wigan Road Westhoughton, Bolton, Lancashire, BL5 2EE

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