Experienced Fiberglass Technician

SOS Detailing & Towing; Mackay Regional; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 85,000; Part time

Job summary

SOS Detailing & Towing in Mackay, QLD seeks an experienced Fibreglass Technician to repair and finish fibreglass components to high standards. You will work on truck parts, caravans, boats and automotive bodies, with both workshop and on-site assignments. A current Australian driver’s licence and willingness to travel are essential. Casual role with potential for full-time employment.

Qualifications

• Experience with fibreglass repairs and finishing to a high standard.
• Strong attention to detail and quality workmanship.
• Current Australian driver’s licence.
• Ability to travel to client sites as required.

Responsibilities

• Fibreglass repairs and restoration across various components.
• Gelcoat repairs and finishing.
• Sanding, grinding, filling and surface preparation.
• Colour matching and finishing repairs.
• Polishing and sealing fibreglass components.
• Identifying damage and determining repair methods.
• General detailing and finishing of parts.
• Work independently and as part of a team.
• Travel to client sites, including trips up to a week away.

Skills

Fibreglass repairs

Gelcoat repairs

Sanding

Surface preparation

Colour matching

Polishing

Independent work

Team collaboration

Travel for work

Job description

If you're an experienced fibreglass technician who takes pride in producing high-quality work and enjoys being part of a down-to-earth, hands-on team - we want to hear from you!

We are a specialist Fibreglass Detailing and Repair Company based in Mackay, and we're looking for an experienced Fibreglass Technician to join our growing team.

About the Role

This role is suited to someone with fiberglass repair experience who is confident carrying out repairs and finishing work to an extremely high standard.

You'll work across a variety of fibreglass components, completing everything from minor cosmetic repairs through to more involved fibreglass restoration and repairs.

• Fibreglass repairs and restoration
• Gelcoat repairs and finishing
• Sanding, grinding, filling and surface preparation
• Colour matching and finishing repairs
• Polishing and sealing fibreglass components
• Identifying damage and determining appropriate repair methods
• General detailing and finishing of truck parts
• Working independently and as part of our team
• Travelling to client sites when required, with some trips requiring up to a week away

What We're Looking For:

We're looking for someone who has:

• Excellent attention to detail and takes pride in their workmanship
• A clean and tidy approach to their work
• A strong work ethic and professional attitude
• Good communication skills and the ability to work well as part of a team
• A current and valid Australian driver's licence
• Strong understanding of product knowledge
• Previous experience with fibreglass repairs
• Experience with gelcoat repairs, sanding, preparation and finishing
• The ability to work independently and problem-solve on the job
• The physical fitness required for hands-on work
• The willingness and ability to travel for work when required

Experience with truck bodies, caravans, boats, automotive bodywork or similar fibreglass products would be highly regarded.

Why Join Us?

• Join a friendly family owned business with a down-to-earth team
• A family-focused workplace that understands family comes first
• Work on a variety of fibreglass repair projects - almost a different project everyday
• Variety of workshop and on-site work
• Opportunities to travel for projects
• Work within a specialised and growing business
• Casual position with the potential for full-time employment
• Wages will be negotiated depending on experience

If you're an experienced fibreglass technician looking for a sea change where your skills and quality workmanship will be valued, we'd love to hear from you.