Special Skills Paint Repair Apprentice

Nissan Motor Corporation•Sunderland, MA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Special Skills Paint Repair Apprentice – Nissan Sunderland Accelerate your career as a specialist paint manufacturing operative. Our Paint function plays a vital role in the vehicle manufacturing process, delivering the final look and finish of every vehicle body. Combining cutting-edge automation with the expertise of our workforce, it’s an exciting environment with diverse sections and advanced machinery to help you build your skills. On this three-year apprenticeship, you’ll experience the best of both worlds: first-rate college learning alongside hands-on, real-world experience in our plant. You’ll develop the skills needed to become a key member of our Paint function, working on tasks such as applying sealant and anti-corrosion coatings, vehicle and bumper paint spraying, programming advanced robots, quality checking, and refinishing & repairing. Your Pathway to a Future Career This isn’t just an apprenticeship—it’s your opportunity to become a valued member of our team. You’ll collaborate closely with experts in production, engineering, and maintenance, learning from their experience while making real contributions from day one. We treat our apprentices as equals, giving you the chance to develop practical skills and life experience that will shape your career. It’s a challenging, rewarding scheme designed to help you grow as far as you want to go. While shift work is part of the role, we’ll support you with training and benefits that reflect your potential. If you’re curious, motivated, and eager to contribute to the future of sustainable mobility, apply now and accelerate your career with a Nissan Manufacturing apprenticeship.

Requirements

4 GCSEs or equivalent (achieved or predicted): Mathematics (Grade A–D or 3+), English Language (Grade A–D or 3+), Two other subjects (Grade A–D or 3+), one to be a science subject OR Functional Skills Level 2
A positive, can-do attitude and motivation to learn
Age 16 or over at the start of the apprenticeship
Ability to commute to Nissan Sunderland and local college sites
Eligibility to work in the UK (must have ordinarily resided in the UK & Islands for at least 3 years by Sept 2026)

Responsibilities

Split your time between college learning and practical work in our plant
Work as part of the specialist paint team to apply coatings, spray paint, and program advanced robots
Learn industry-standard tools and techniques, including lean manufacturing principles and Kaizen methodology
Gain hands-on experience with tooling, equipment, and machinery in a technically advanced environment
Contribute to projects ranging from refinishing and repairs to quality checks and process improvements