Bodyshop Apprentice
Are you interested in the accident repair industry? Do you thrive on carrying out exceptional work, and enjoy going the extra mile? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you to kickstart your career at the Dick Lovett Bodyshop in Swindon.
Who are we looking for?
We are looking for an Apprentice Bodyshop Technician to join our team this year. The programme will include aspects of Paint, Panel and MET, so this is a well-rounded Apprenticeship which will allow you to explore all aspects of the Bodyshop before choosing a speciality.
We're seeking individuals who are not only proud to work with renowned brands but are also enthusiastic about expanding their knowledge and skills.
Key Responsibilities
What will the Apprenticeship involve?
As an Apprentice at the Bodyshop you will be learning how to deliver quality repairs to a customers’ pride and joy.
This Apprenticeship combines classroom-based learning, e-learning modules, practical training, and real-world application, all supported by dedicated trainers and personal mentors.
You will have the unique opportunity to earn while you learn, gaining valuable practical experience and working towards a nationally recognised qualification of an NVQ Level 3 in Accident Repair. Upon completion of the three-year programme, you'll have the chance to continue your career with us, joining our successful team at Dick Lovett and continuing to progress.
Essential Skills and Qualifications
Having GCSE’s at Level 4 in English and Maths is essential for this role, you will be asked to confirm your grades when you apply.
This Apprenticeship involves coursework and on the job learning, so ideally you would have at least four GCSE’s at Level 4.
Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we request that you include a project explaining why you would be an excellent fit for this role. We're eager to learn more about what drives you and how you envision contributing to our team.
Application Process:
Once you have confirmed your grades, you will be sent an email with details of how to submit your project.
For this year’s submission, we would like you to include a small project for us to review. You can choose the format! The Project could be:
- A selection of photos with annotations
- A video of you presenting
- A PowerPoint presentation
In the project, we would like you to show us something you are passionate about. It could be:
- A brand we represent
- A specific car you love
- A project you have been working on that you want to tell us about
We want to get to know the ‘you’ behind your Application form, and find out what makes you excited about joining the automotive industry as an Apprentice.
This is your opportunity to go beyond your CV and reveal the person behind the qualifications. Good luck, and let your passion fuel your creativity!
Working at Swindon Bodyshop
Explore locationIn 2013, our Bodyshop moved to a new purpose-built location in Swindon. The location in Athena Avenue can be accessed from Junction 16 or 15 of the M4 motorway and is commutable from Wroughton, Devizes, and Royal Wootton Bassett. Dick Lovett Swindon are an official Porsche Bodyshop Repairer and work on all brands we represent including Ferrari, BMW, and MINI.
Providing Bodyshop services from full accident repairs to minor bumps, our team is reliable and trustworthy. Our skilled Paint Technicians specialise in paintwork scuffs to full body resprays, all with the customer at the forefront of their mind. We repair and paint vehicles across the South West of England and also have a dedicated Tyre and Wheel repair centre in Swindon.
Working in the Apprenticeships team
Explore teamDick Lovett is proud to invest heavily in Apprenticeship programmes and the Apprentices that join us. Some of our Apprentices have gone all the way to Managerial positions, so the sky's the limit when you join Dick Lovett as an Apprentice!
Bodyshop Apprentice
