Car Washer

Smart; Queanbeyan-Palerang Regional Council; On-site; AUD 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime pay

Full-time role

Lunch and team events

Referral bonus

Staff discounts on parts and tools

Uniforms provided

National training (I-CAR Gold)

Job summary

SMART is seeking an experienced Car Washer at our Queanbeyan site. You’ll wash and prepare vehicles at key stages of the repair process so the team can work at their best.

This is a permanent, full-time role (45 hours/week) with guaranteed overtime and weekends off. You’ll work in a modern workshop with industry-leading technology and benefit from national training and real opportunities for career growth.

Qualifications

• Experience in a car wash, dealership, or automotive environment is helpful but not essential
• Reliable, hardworking attitude and willingness to get the job done
• Comfortable working outdoors and on your feet throughout the day
• Valid Australian driver’s licence
• Full working rights in Australia

Responsibilities

• Washing and cleaning vehicles on arrival and at various stages throughout the repair process
• Ensuring vehicles are presented cleanly for handover to the customer
• Assisting the detail team with final presentation where required
• Moving vehicles safely around the workshop and yard
• Keeping wash equipment and the wash area clean and maintained
• Completing basic documentation as required

Job description

SMART is leading the way in accident repair technology – and we're growing fast.

With 1,600+ team members across Australia and New Zealand, we're proud of our strong partnerships, commitment to innovation, and the role we play in shaping the future of our industry.

Now we have your attention, here's why you should make your next move with SMART.

The Opportunity

We're seeking an experienced Car Washer at our Queanbeyan site.

You’ll keep vehicles clean and moving through the repair process — washing and preparing cars at key stages of the repair so the team around you can do their best work.

Permanent, Monday to Friday. 45 hours per week, guaranteed overtime.

What you’ll be doing:

• Washing and cleaning vehicles on arrival and at various stages throughout the repair process
• Ensuring vehicles are presented cleanly for handover to the customer
• Assisting the detail team with final presentation where required
• Moving vehicles safely around the workshop and yard
• Keeping wash equipment and the wash area clean and maintained
• Completing basic documentation as required

What we’re looking for:

• Previous experience in a car wash, dealership, or automotive environment (helpful but not essential)
• A reliable, hardworking attitude and willingness to get the job done
• Comfortable working outdoors and on your feet throughout the day
• Valid Australian driver’s licence
• Punctual, responsible, and a team player
• Full working rights in Australia

Why make the SMART Move?

• Above-award pay + job security
• Full-time, permanent role – Monday to Friday, weekends off
• Overtime guaranteed and paid after 38 hours per week
• Modern, well-equipped workshop with industry-leading repair technology
• Access to national training programs (I-CAR Gold)
• Real career pathways – we promote from within
• Free lunch once a week + team events, BBQs and end-of-year function
• Annual cash awards for top performers
• Up to $2,000 referral bonus
• Staff discounts on parts and tools
• Access to facilities for personal vehicle repairs
• Uniforms provided

The SMART Difference

Work with people who share your passion for everything automotive.

Be part of a company that invests in technology that's second to none.

Bring your ambition — we'll match it with opportunity.

This isn't just a job. It's a SMART career move.

About SMART & AMA Group

SMART is part of AMA Group – the largest collision repair network across Australia and New Zealand. With AMA Group backing and the title of Best MSO – Body Shop Awards 2024 & 2025, your career is in safe hands. When you join us, you're not just joining a workshop – you're joining a network of opportunity. With national reach and diverse businesses under one roof, you'll have the freedom to grow your career, relocate, and explore new pathways wherever life takes you.