Vehicle damage panel technician

Level

Advanced · like A-levels

Length

3 yrs

typical

Sector

Engineering and manufacturing

Pay

Paid

you earn while training

In a nutshell

Demonstrating expert working knowledge in relation to the removal, repair and replacement of vehicle body panels.

Assess damaged panels and decide on repair or replacement

Use pulling systems and dollies to straighten distorted bodywork

Cut out and weld in replacement panels to manufacturer specification

Check body alignment using measuring gauges and jigs

Prepare repaired surfaces ready for the paint technician

Complete workshop job cards and parts requisitions accurately

How to diagnose and measure structural and cosmetic body damage

Panel beating, shrinking, and metal straightening techniques

MIG, MIG-brazing, and resistance spot welding on vehicle structures

Manufacturer-approved repair methods for steel, aluminium, and composites

How to use body jigs, pulling systems, and measuring equipment

Understanding of vehicle geometry and chassis alignment checks

Ready to look for a place?

See live Vehicle damage panel technician apprenticeship vacancies on the official government service.

A Careermash concept · apprenticeship standard from our careers engine · vacancies via gov.uk.