Apprentice Vehicle Damage Paint Technician
Fmg Repair Services Limited · Ellesmere Port · posted 6 August 2026
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As an Apprentice Vehicle Damage Paint Technician, you'll assist and learn across a variety of tasks in the paint shop, including:
- Preparing vehicle panels for painting through filling, sanding and masking
- Mixing and colour matching paint to achieve a high-quality finish
- Applying primers, basecoats and finishing coats using spray equipment
- Finishing painted vehicles by polishing, touching up and removing masking materials
- Learning approved repair methods to ensure work meets manufacturer and BS10125 quality standards
- Maintaining tools, equipment and a clean, safe working environment
- Working alongside experienced technicians while developing your practical skills
- Communicating effectively with your team and contributing to a positive working environment
Your training
Your training will take place both at your workplace and Thatcham Research Automotive Academy, Daytona Drive, Thatcham, RG19 4NR.
Where it leads
After completing the apprenticeship, you may have the opportunity to continue with the company in a permanent role and develop your career as a Vehicle Damage Paint Technician.
About Fmg Repair Services Limited
FMG Repair Services are the UK’s leading accident repair services group, with opportunities in our repair centres, Mobile Repair and Motorglass teams throughout England, Scotland and Wales.
We recognise our people are our greatest asset - central to our success - with our team working in a diverse range of roles and locations nationwide.
Skills they're looking for
Entry requirements
- GCSE English (grade 4/C or above) — desired
- GCSE Maths (grade 4/C or above) — desired
Where you'll work
- Portside North, Ellesmere Port, CH65 2HQ
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