Apprentice Multiskilled Paint Technician

What does a Body Repair Multiskilled Paint Technician do?

Our Solus Multiskilled Paint Technicians are experts in their field trained in a variety of paint type applications on an assortment of materials.  They use state of the art technology to ensure a perfect match of paint and finish to the original vehicle.   Our Paint Technicians take pride in what they do and are passionate about getting our customers back to normal after an accident.   

Every day is different at a Solus Paint Technician and the role is pivotal to customer satisfaction and the continued success of our company. 

As a Solus Multiskilled Technician you will also study Panel as a second discipline making you an elite member of the solus team.

What will Solus do to support me while I study?

Our programme is designed to give you support in your career journey where you are recognised for your achievements at every step of the way.

• Solus Automotive Industry Experience Days
• Internal and external awards and recognition.
• Toolkit/ Spray gun kit
• Placed on a predefined progression plan over the course of your career with salary increases.
• On site mentor
• Access to the latest training and technical specialists in the country

Who is the Training Provider?

Our training is conducted in partnership with Thatcham Research.  Thatcham are the organisation responsible in the UK for developing Repair Technologies and setting industry standards. Technical experts working in their fully equipped and ultra-modern Repair Technology Centre produce a wide range of vehicle repair data.  This repair data is used by the automotive industry to help facilitate the safe and effective repair of modern cars including electrification and driverless vehicle technologies.

• Top quality training methods, materials and resources
• Technical specialists with industry expertise
• The most advanced repair methods and standards within the industry
• Support from a world-leading vehicle repair technology centre
• Excellent pastoral care.

Qualifications

Who are we looking for?

Our programme is designed to be entered at any stage of your post 16 education or career. You may have already completed part of your study an apprenticeship elsewhere or just be thinking about your next steps after your GCSE’s.  Solus will tailor the course to suit your level of ability.  All we ask is that you have GCSE Maths and English at C (4) grade or above (or an equivalent) and have a passion for what we do.

Apprenticeship Benefits:

In today’s climate of budget cuts and the high cost of  tuition, the option of going to university and continuing your education may not be the right choice for everyone and a degree may not necessarily be the requirement for many employers where experience and work-based skills are of more value.

• A chance to earn while you learn • No tuition fees or extra debt • Nationally recognised qualifications • Work experience with a reputable employer • Training in the skills that you need for your job role • Support throughout your learner journey • The opportunity to develop both personally and professionally • Great new experiences and new people • The first step on your career

What could your future look like?