Automotive Paint Prepper

Carma; Sydney; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Car discount

NRMA cover

Team events

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Carma in Sydney is seeking an experienced Paint Prepper to prep vehicles for our paint line, including masking and colour matching, while delivering high-quality repair work with efficient methods. You will mentor apprentices and collaborate with the team to keep production moving smoothly.

You’ve worked in auto repairs; a trade certificate is a bonus. You are tech-savvy, organised, and a team player with a valid NSW driver’s licence.

Qualifications

• This role requires previous auto repair experience and a valid NSW driver’s licence.
• Trade certificate is a bonus but not required.
• Strong organisational skills and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare vehicles for paint line from masking to colour matching.
• Deliver high-quality repair work using efficient methods (filler work and light panel repairs).
• Mentor apprentices and share knowledge with the team.
• Jump in with the team when needed to keep workflows moving.

Skills

Auto repair experience

Tech savvy

Organised

Team player

NSW driver’s licence

Education

Trade certificate (bonus)

Job description

Automotive Paint Prepper

Department: Automotive Production

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Sydney

Description

At Carma, we’re more than just a car company, we’re on a mission to shake up the Australian automotive industry! As a digital pre-owned car dealership, we’re turning the car buying experience into a hassle-free, seamless journey that customers can truly enjoy. With our diverse and collaborative team managing everything from engineering to marketing and buying to reconditioning in-house, we’re powered by the best people and we’d love for you to come along for the ride.

We’re all about quality, efficiency, and getting things done right. If you're an experienced Paint Prepper or Automotive Spray Painter looking to get out of the booth, look no further!

What you'll be doing?

• Get vehicles prepped for our paint line — from masking to colour matching.
• Deliver high-quality repair work using smart, efficient methods (like filler work and light panel repairs)
• Share your knowledge by mentoring apprentices
• Jump in with the team when needed to keep things moving smoothly

Okay, let’s talk about you:

• You’ve worked in auto repairs previously (a trade cert is a bonus, not a must!)
• You tech savvy - learning new systems doesn’t scare you
• You’re organised and like working at a fast pace
• You’re a team player
• You hold a valid NSW driver’s licence

In this role you’ll be working full time hours Monday - Friday, 8am - 4.06pm based in our production centre in St Peters.

What's in it for you?

• We wouldn’t be a car business if we didn’t give you some $$ off our Carma cars, parts and NRMA cover.
• Join a team that values quality as much as quantity — we believe in working hard, having fun and delivering an exceptional product.
• We love social events, from parties to go-karting and bake sales, there’s something for everyone.

At Carma, we’re all about fostering an amazing culture, where you can bring your best self to work! We value collaboration, innovation and having a laugh at work. Plus, we’re committed to diversity, inclusion and safe work practices, so no matter your background or experience (or car brand of choice!) we’d love to hear from you. Please let us know if you need any reasonable adjustments during the interview process.