Vehicle Damage Panel Technician

Assist qualified Panel Technicians with vehicle body repairs.
Learn how to repair and replace damaged vehicle panels.
Remove, refit, and align body panels and components.
Prepare vehicles for repair and painting.
Use hand tools, power tools, and specialist workshop equipment safely.
Follow manufacturer repair methods and workshop procedures.
Carry out basic welding and metal repair techniques under supervision.
Maintain a clean, safe, and organised working environment.
Adhere to all health and safety regulations.
Work towards achieving the qualifications associated with the apprenticeship programme.

A certain amount of administration and customer interaction is also required:
• Keeping a record of work carried out and time taken
• Liaising with the customer or insurance company
• Providing quotations and estimations

As part of the service a Bodyshop offers, you may also carry out valeting, to ensure the vehicles look as good as new.
• Wash down the outside of the car to remove dirt and mud
• Polish the windows, wheels, door handles, and mirrors