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Apprentice Vehicle Damage Paint Technician
FMG REPAIR SERVICES LIMITED
Devon (EX5 2LJ)
Closes on Monday 30 November 2026
Posted on 15 October 2026
Summary
Are you curious about cars and enjoy hands-on work? Join FMG Repair Services' Exeter bodyshop as an Apprentice Vehicle Damage Paint Technician. You'll prepare, paint and finish vehicles to a high standard while earning a Level 3 qualification. No experience needed, just enthusiasm and a willingness to learn.
Wage: £17,728.62 a year
Minimum wage rates (opens in new tab): £8.50 per hour in year 1, rising to the national wage for your age from year 2.
Work
Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.
What you'll do at work
- 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
Where you'll work
Exeter Airport
Exeter
Devon EX5 2LJ
Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
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Training course
Vehicle damage paint technician (level 3)
What you'll learn
- Ability to undertake appropriate job preparation prior to commencing repair e.g. substrate surface preparation, paint volume calculation etc
- Ability to correctly identify the substrate materials to be refinished e.g. plastic, steel, aluminium etc
- Ability to interpret relevant technical data and methods to create paint manufactures specified application
- Ability to use refinishing materials following paint manufacturer specifications to reinstate vehicle finish back to high quality
- Ability to identify and operate the correct repair tools, equipment and devices used in the process e.g mixing systems, paint booths, UV lamps and spray equipment
Training schedule
- Block-release training with an apprenticeship provider every six weeks
- On-the-job guidance from an experienced team and allocated workplace mentor
- Visits from a training provider coach every 6–8 weeks
- Additional support from Apprenticeship Central
Requirements
Desirable qualifications
- GCSE in: English (grade Grade 4/C or above)
- Maths (grade Grade 4/C or above)
Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.
Skills
- Communication skills
- Attention to detail
- Team working
Other requirements
Able to travel reliably to and from the workplace.
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About this employer
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.
https://www.fmgrepairservices.co.uk/
Company benefits
- 23 days annual leave and an extra day off to celebrate your birthday!
- Free life assurance
- Pension & save-as-you-earn share scheme
- Well-being services (incl. 24/7 GP service, mental health support, Dental Plan & Travel Insurance)
- Stream – a Financial Well-being app.
After this apprenticeship
Your earnings can increase over time with an apprenticeship. Find out about potential future pay (opens in new tab). You'll learn a range of technical skills, gain hands-on experience across multiple disciplines, and receive ongoing support to help you succeed.
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.
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is: THATCHAM RESEARCH
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000059411.
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Closes on Monday 30 November 2026
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