Fix Auto welcomes nine new apprentices

Fix Auto UK is launching nine apprentices on The Fix Auto UK 2021 Apprentice Programme.

As part of the programme, which is supported and sponsored by Sherwin-Williams, the apprentices will be provided with all their workwear, computer tablets as well as the relevant tools and equipment required as part of their apprenticeships.

In addition to the in-house tuition that they will receive from their respective franchisee partner, each apprentice will each work closely with Fix Auto UK’s business development manager Martin Willis, himself a former bodyshop magazine Bodyshop Manager of the Year winner.

Under the Fix Auto UK 2021 Apprentice Programme, apprentices will be working at Fix Auto Barnsley, Fix Auto Cheltenham, Fix Auto Felixstowe, Fix Auto Harlow, Fix Auto Liverpool South, Fix Auto Manchester East, Fix Auto Redhill and Fix Auto Stevenage. All will be undergoing their studies at the highly regarded EMTEC College in Nottingham.

Ian Pugh, managing director for Fix Auto UK, said: “We are totally committed to developing future generations of technicians. It has been well documented there is a shortage of skilled talent coming through and we have made it our priority to address that. The apprentices of today are the future for our industry.”

Tom Noble, market manager UK, Sherwin-Williams Automotive Finishes, said: “It is vital that our industry invests in the skills of tomorrow and it is a great honour for us to be able to support these nine Future Fixers at this early stage of their careers. The passion and level of commitment from these apprentices and the Fix Auto UK team is exceptional and we look forward to playing our part in their inspiring journey.”