Panel Beater

NetYourJob; Toowoomba Regional; On-site; AUD 72,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full-time, ongoing employment

$80,000 per annum salary plus superann

Stable workshop environment

Varied body and collision repair work

Job summary

Oakey Smash Repairs Pty Ltd is seeking a qualified Panel Beater for a full-time permanent role in Oakey, QLD. You will assess and repair damaged vehicle bodywork, restore collision-affected vehicles, and ensure high-quality workmanship with attention to safety protocols.

The role requires practical trade skills in panel beating, repair, and finishing, with a focus on restoring vehicles to a high standard. Join a stable team offering full-time employment and a competitive salary.

Qualifications

• Strong panel beating and dent repair skills.
• Attention to detail and high-quality workmanship.
• Ability to work with collision repair techniques and vehicle construction.

Responsibilities

• Dismantling damaged body sections to access repair areas.
• Repairing dents and damaged panels with appropriate techniques.
• Straightening and realigning damaged bodies using mechanical and hydraulic equipment.
• Replacing panels where repair is impractical and restoring surfaces.

Skills

Panel beating

Dent repair

Vehicle body restoration

Collision repair techniques

Education

Certificate III in automotive body repair

Job description

Job Type: Permanent position | Full time position

Job Description

Oakey, QLD 4401, Full Time, Trades & Services Vacancy Listing Dates 2/10/2026 to 30/10/2026 Please Quote Reference Number 18800

About the Company

Oakey Smash Repairs Pty Ltd is an established automotive repair business based in Oakey, Queensland, specialising in vehicle body repairs and accident restoration. We provide professional repair services with a strong focus on quality workmanship, attention to detail and restoring vehicles to a high standard. We are currently seeking an experienced and qualified Panel Beater to join our team on a full-time basis.

About the Role

As a Panel Beater, you will be responsible for assessing and repairing damaged vehicle bodywork and restoring vehicles following collision or accident damage. The role requires strong practical trade skills and the ability to carry out panel repairs, replacement and structural restoration safely and accurately.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Dismantling damaged vehicle body sections and removing panels, trims, fittings and other components to access areas requiring repair.
• Repairing dents and damaged body panels using appropriate panel beating, reshaping and finishing techniques.
• Straightening and realigning damaged vehicle bodies and structural components using mechanical and hydraulic equipment.
• Assessing extensively damaged body sections and removing and replacing panels where repair is not practical.
• Restoring repaired surfaces by applying body filler and carrying out filing, grinding and sanding to achieve the required finish.
• Measuring, cutting, shaping and joining replacement body sections using appropriate welding equipment and repair techniques.
• Installing repaired or replacement panels and refitting associated body hardware, including trims, locks, fittings and other components.
• Checking the alignment, fit and finish of repaired panels to ensure completed work meets required repair and quality standards.
• Assisting, where required, with the repair or restoration of custom, vintage and other specialised vehicles.
• Preparing repaired vehicle surfaces for refinishing and carrying out spray-painting work where required.
• Operating panel beating, welding, mechanical and hydraulic equipment safely and in accordance with workshop procedures.
• Maintaining a clean and safe work area and complying with workplace health and safety requirements.

Qualifications and Experience

• A relevant Certificate III, Certificate IV or equivalent qualification in automotive body repair, panel beating or a closely related trade; and
• A minimum of two years of relevant experience working as a Panel Beater in an automotive repair environment.

Skills and Attributes

• Strong practical panel beating, dent repair and vehicle body restoration skills.
• Sound knowledge of collision repair techniques and vehicle body construction.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to high-quality workmanship
• Ability to identify repair requirements and solve practical repair problems.
• Reliable work ethic and commitment to completing repairs efficiently and to the required standard.

What We Offer:

• Full-time, ongoing employment.
• Competitive salary of $80,000 per annum plus superannuation.
• Stable employment with an established automotive repair business.
• Supportive and professional workshop environment.
• Varied vehicle body and collision repair work