2026! Volvo Trucks Heavy Vehicle Paint Technician Apprenticeship

Type: Apprentice
Location: Byron Street Ext (LE11 5HE)

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

Volvo 2026 apprenticeships are now open!
Start dates are May to August 2026

Remit are proud to be partnered with Volvo Trucks to deliver their HGV Technician apprenticeships.
Volvo Trucks recognises the value of apprenticeships and delivering outstanding training. Each year they have more than 300 young men and women go through their apprentice scheme and go on to progress further within the company.
Every day, you will be working with some of the sharpest and most creative brains in their field to become a top class asset to their business for years to come.

Why choose Volvo Truck and Bus?
• Industry Leader: Join a globally recognised brand at the forefront of innovation in the commercial vehicle industry.
• Cutting-Edge Technology: Work with state-of-the-art Volvo trucks and buses, gaining hands-on experience with the latest technological advancements.
• Expert Training: Benefit from a comprehensive apprenticeship program that combines classroom learning and practical on-the-job training

Expected apprenticeship duration – 32 months

Apprenticeship level – Advanced Level Apprenticeship

What You’ll Do:
• Preparing paint spraying equipment
• Preparing the bodywork of the vehicle
• Mix paint by eye or using computer technology to ensure the best colour match
• Applying several coats to the car, including primers, colours and protective finishes
• Solving paint application problems; defects, cause and cures
• Maintaining and cleaning equipment
• Storing paints in the correct conditions

You will be trained to complete every aspect of painting a vehicle from paint preparation, through to paint application and polishing.

Where you’ll work

Byron Street Ext
LE11 5HE

Training

Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.

Training provider

REMIT GROUP LIMITED

Training course

Vehicle damage paint technician (level 3)

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What you’ll learn

Training schedule

This is a Vehicle Damage Paint Apprenticeship programme, delivered by Remit Group.

Awarding Body: Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI)

Training is delivered in the workplace and on block release at the Remit Automotive Academy in Derby. This means you will be required to stay in a hotel for 12 separate weeks (Mon – Fri) over the duration of the programme, which equals 4 weeks per year. All associated costs for training are met by the employer and there will be no cost to you.

You will also be assigned a dedicated Development Coach who will visit you every 4-6 weeks either in the workplace or remotely via Microsoft Teams, giving 1-2-1 advice and guidance to help you achieve the following IMI qualifications:
• Vehicle Damage Paint Technician Level 3

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE or equivalent in:

• Maths (grade 4/C)
• English (grade 4/C)

Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.

Skills

• Attention to detail
• Enthusiasm to learn
• Mechanically minded

Other requirements

Closing Dates: Please submit your application along with your CV as soon as possible to avoid disappointment; we reserve the right to close vacancies prior to the published closing date if we receive a sufficient number of applications. We can start interviewing as early as January 2026

About this employer

The first Volvo truck was born in 1928. Since then, they have grown to become the largest producer of heavy trucks in Europe. Their reliability is renowned. And it’s underpinned by their three core values of quality, safety and environmental care. With a network of over 85 fully equipped Volvo Truck & Bus workshops throughout the UK and Ireland, customers can count on their certified technicians to keep your Volvo truck in optimal condition.

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