Bodyshop Apprentice - Heavy Vehicle
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Company: DAIMLER BUSES UK LTD
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Location: West Midlands, CV2 2TU
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Type: Apprenticeship
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Salary: £16,224.00 per year
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Sector: Engineering and manufacturing
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Ref: NAS-2000039158
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Application Deadline Date: 31/07/2026
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Start Date: 10/08/2026
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Positions Available: 1
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Working Week: You will be required to work a 39 hour week, Monday to Friday. Normal working hours are: Monday to Thursday: 8.30am- 5.00pm Friday: 8.30am- 4.00pm
Brief Description
During this apprenticeship you will be working within our busy Workshop and assisting with repairs to body panels on coaches. It will also involve welding and painting.
You will be part of a small bodyshop team where you will receive support and guidance throughout the apprenticeship.
Training to be Provided
You will work within our Workshop on a day to day basis and the apprenticeship training will take place on weekly block release, based at the training facility in Derby.
The weekly training blocks will be split over the period of the apprenticeship, the costs for travel will be covered and all accommodation will be arranged for you.
Future Prospects
- This role will give you the techniques you require to become a fully skilled bodyshop technician
Vacancy Detail
The key responsibilities of this role include:
- To assist with the repair of vehicle body panels, structural components and internal fittings
- Support the replacement of damaged bodywork, using industry standard techniques, for example cutting, welding and riveting
- Preparing vehicle exteriors for painting through sanding, masking, filling and priming
- Assist with painting and refinishing work under supervision, ensuring a high quality finish
- Learn how to use specialist workshop equipment such as welding tools, sanders and spray facilities
- Support the Workshop team in managing tools, equipment and materials