Panel Beater

The Hire Project; Greater Bendigo; On-site; AUD 111,000 - 136,000; Full time

Job summary

Bendigo Autobody in Bendigo is seeking an experienced Panel Beater for a full-time, ongoing role in our workshop. You will repair damaged vehicles, remove and replace panels, and ensure quality finishes in a busy collision repair environment.

Ideal candidates have relevant trade qualifications or at least 3 years of experience, with a strong eye for detail and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

Qualifications

• Relevant trade qualifications in panel beating or automotive body repair.
• Alternatively, at least 3 years of relevant work experience as a Panel Beater.
• Demonstrated experience in accident and collision repair.
• Good knowledge of modern panel repair methods and workshop equipment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to manage work efficiently and meet workshop deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Inspecting damaged vehicles and identifying the repairs required.
• Removing damaged panels, trims and components to access affected areas.
• Repairing dents and damaged body panels using panel beating techniques.
• Straightening and realigning vehicle bodywork using workshop equipment.
• Cutting out and replacing sections that cannot be repaired.
• Shaping, filling, grinding and sanding repaired areas to achieve the finish.
• Welding and joining replacement panels and body sections as required.
• Refitting repaired or replacement panels, trims and components.
• Preparing repaired areas for refinishing stage.
• Checking completed repairs for correct alignment, finish and quality.
• Working with estimators, spray painters and other workshop staff.
• Maintaining a safe, organised and efficient work area.

Skills

Attention to detail

Independent & team work

Commitment to quality

Education

Trade qualifications in panel beating or automotive body repair

Tools

Workshop equipment

Job description

Job Type: Permanent position | Full time position

Job Description

Bendigo Autobody is seeking an experienced Panel Beater to join our workshop team in Bendigo. This is a full-time, ongoing position suited to a skilled tradesperson with strong experience in collision repair and vehicle body restoration. Key responsibilities include:

• Inspecting damaged vehicles and identifying the repairs required
• Removing damaged panels, trims and components to access affected areas
• Repairing dents and damaged body panels using appropriate panel beating techniques
• Straightening and realigning vehicle bodywork using suitable workshop equipment
• Cutting out and replacing sections that cannot be repaired
• Shaping, filling, grinding and sanding repaired areas to achieve the correct finish
• Welding and joining replacement panels and body sections where required
• Refitting repaired or replacement panels, trims and associated components
• Preparing repaired areas for the refinishing stage
• Checking completed repairs for correct alignment, finish and quality
• Working closely with estimators, spray painters and other workshop staff
• Maintaining a safe, organised and efficient work area

Skills and experience required:

• Relevant trade qualifications in panel beating or automotive body repair; or
• In lieu of formal qualifications, at least 3 years of relevant work experience as a Panel Beater
• Demonstrated experience in accident and collision repair
• Good knowledge of modern panel repair methods and workshop equipment
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Ability to manage work efficiently and meet workshop deadlines

Employment details:

• Full-time, ongoing position
• Bendigo, Victoria
• Salary of $123,760 per annum plus superannuation

Applicants should submit a current resume outlining their relevant qualifications and employment experience.