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Apprentice panel beater Review

at Steer Automotive

Level 3 Apprenticeship

Automotive Engineering

Inverness / Inbhir Nis

Review Submitted: April 2026

Overall Rating

5 /5

The Overall Rating is the average of all the ratings given in each category. We take those individual ratings and combine them into one final score!

5/5 - Overview of Role
5/5 - Skills Development
5/5 - Structure and Support

Overview of Role

Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:

5/5
Apprentice panel beater
stripping down vehicles
refitting new parts
working on the panels and making them look new again with guidance towards everything

To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

5/5
it is very interesting and im learning of new skills

Skills Development

Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?

5/5
yes i have learned how to pull out dents on vehicles and use body filler when i first started this apprenticeship i did not have any skills.

Structure and Support

How well organised/structured is your programme?

5/5
i am working under a journeyman who instructs me and gives me guidance.

How much support do you receive from your employer?

5/5
i receive alot of support and help from all staff

How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?

5/5
they are excellent and help me with my journey towards my qualification as a panel beater

How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?

5/5
i am attending collage and putting everything i have learned into practice.

Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)

5/5
we have team building activities which includes darts and fun runs.

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend Steer Automotive to a friend?

Yes

Why?

they are great company to work for and they provide opportunities for young people

What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Steer Automotive?

to make the right choice on what department to join. either panel or paint.
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