Auto Body Panel Beater Apprentice — Mentored Growth

Smart Apprenticeship Solutions; Cairns Regional; On-site; AUD 27,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentoring program

Paid college attendance

PPE provided

Uniforms provided

Weekly wages + superannuation

Job summary

Smart Apprenticeship Solutions in Cairns is seeking an automotive body repair apprentice to learn hands‑on skills in a supportive team. You will inspect, repair, and reassemble vehicle body parts under supervision, gaining practical experience in dents, frames, and uni-body alignment.

The program includes paid college attendance, weekly wages with superannuation, and ongoing mentoring from a dedicated Employment Officer.

Qualifications

• Must be motivated and able to work in a team.
• Have a genuine interest in the automotive industry.
• Be punctual, reliable, and show initiative.
• Have strong attention to detail.
• Follow instructions well.
• Hold a current driver’s licence and have access to your own vehicle.
• Paid college attendance included.
• Steel cap boots, PPE, and uniforms provided.

Responsibilities

• Inspect vehicle bodywork and frames to assess damage.
• Disassemble damaged vehicle parts.
• Repair dents, scratches, and structural damage.
• Straighten and align car frames and unibodies.
• Reassemble vehicle body parts and accessories.
• Repair or replace windows, trims, and interiors.
• Fill, sand, and prepare surfaces.

Skills

Teamwork

Detail-oriented

Punctual

Follow instructions

Interest in automotive

Education

Paid college attendance

Job description

Smart Apprenticeship Solutions in Cairns is seeking an automotive body repair apprentice to learn hands‑on skills in a supportive team. You will inspect, repair, and reassemble vehicle body parts under supervision, gaining practical experience in dents, frames, and uni-body alignment.

The program includes paid college attendance, weekly wages with superannuation, and ongoing mentoring from a dedicated Employment Officer.