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Bodywork and Vehicle Paint Spray Apprentice

Whitestar Travel · Peterlee · posted 7 September 2026

Wage
£16,640 a year
Hours
40 hours a week
Duration
3 Years
Level
Advanced (Level 3)
Standard
Vehicle damage paint technician (level 3)
Starts
5 October 2026
Closing date
25 September 2026
Positions
1

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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

Your training

Vehicle Damage Paint Technician Level 3.

Day release at Sunderland College.

Where it leads

There will be the possibility of full-time employment upon successful completion of the apprenticeship.

About Whitestar Travel

Whitestar Travel is based in Peterlee, County Durham, with a busy vehicle workshop specialising in vehicle diagnostics, repairs and paintwork. Alongside maintaining our own fleet, we also carry out work on a wide range of customer vehicles.

Things to consider

There is the slight potential for working outside.

Skills they're looking for

Communication skillsIT skillsAttention to detailOrganisation skillsCustomer care skillsProblem solving skillsLogicalInitiativePatience

Entry requirements

  • GCSE English (grade 4-9) — essential
  • GCSE Maths (grade 4-9) — essential

Where you'll work

  • 1B DAVY DRIVE, NORTH WEST INDUSTRIAL ESTATE, PETERLEE, SR8 2JF

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