Paint Technician Apprenticeship - Mill Lane Southampton
| Posting date: | 05 February 2026 |
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| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 07 March 2026 |
| Location: | Southampton, SO151QJ |
| Company: | Enterprise Rent-A-Car |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 541852 |
Summary
Competitive Salary + Career Progression
Join a Team That Keeps the UK Moving
Make Your Move and kickstart your career with a company driven by its founding values of integrity, teamwork, and customer service, where your skills as a mechanic help keep businesses moving and communities connected. At Enterprise Mobility, we operate one of the UK’s most diverse and dynamic vehicle fleets and we’re now offering an exciting opportunity to join our Flex-E-Rent division as an Apprentice Paint Technician at our Southampton Mill Lane depot.
This is a 3 year programme commencing August 2026 which will see you gain a Level 3 Vehicle Damage Paint Technician Apprenticeship.
Why Join Us?
Earn While You Learn – £8.58/hour in Year 1, with increases based on your skills and performance.
Structured Career Development – Progress from Apprentice to Paint Technician. Guaranteed interview at the end of your Apprenticeship for a permanent position.
National Training Programme – Gain practical hands-on experience working on top brands like DAF, Mercedes, MAN, Iveco, Ford and more.
Generous Leave – 33 days paid holiday (including bank holidays), rising to 38 with service, plus extra days for personal celebration and charity work.
Comprehensive Benefits – Pension, discounted health and dental plans, NUS discount card, starter tool kit.
Relocation Support – Opportunities to move across the UK with our relocation policy.
What Division Will I Be Working In?
Enterprise Flex-E-Rent is our commercial vehicle rental division, providing services tailored to the needs of commercial vehicle hire customers from locations all across the UK and Ireland. Join our team and be one of the people driving our growth.
To help understand and find out more about our Flex-E-Rent division of Enterprise Mobility, please visit: Commercial Vehicle Hire | Enterprise Flex-E-Rent (flexerent.co.uk)
Responsibilities- Carry out high-quality vehicle body repairs and paintwork to manufacturer standards
- Work efficiently to meet productivity targets using Thatcham repair times
- Complete all job-related paperwork clearly and on time. Your attention to detail helps keep everything running smoothly
- Collaborate with a supportive team in our well-equipped workshop
Qualifications
What We’re Looking For:
- Enthusiasm for the industry
- Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
- Ability to follow instructions and work independently or in a team
- GCSEs in Maths & English (Grade 4-9) or equivalent
- Must be 18+ and able to pass a security check (criminality and financial background)
Enterprise Mobility is a family-owned business that puts people first. We believe in potential over background and are committed to supporting every apprentice’s career journey.
Apply Now
Take the first step toward a rewarding career in vehicle maintenance. After applying, you’ll be invited to a telephone or virtual interview with our Talent Acquisition team, followed by an in-person interview at the depot with a Lead Technician and Area Maintenance Manager.
Need accommodations during the recruitment process? Just let us know.