Panel Beater

Drive Group Corporation; Westbrook; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ME Day

Wellbeing Program

Reward and Recognition

Discounts

Everyday Savings

Training

Career Development

Equal Opportunity

Job summary

Drive Group Australia is seeking a skilled panel beater at our Toowoomba site to restore vehicles to pre-accident condition with precision and efficiency. You will work on a range of vehicles, performing repairs, panel removal and alignment, and welding to manufacturer standards.

We offer training with industry providers, a strong pipeline of ongoing work, and a supportive team culture that values quality workmanship and safe practices.

Qualifications

• Trade qualified panel beater or close to completing your trade apprenticeship.
• Ability to meet key performance goals and the physical demands of the job.
• Understanding of and willingness to abide by all safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Carry out quality panel repairs following approved repair methods across a range of vehicles
• Remove and replace damaged body panels, sections and structural components.
• Perform panel alignment, straightening and body restoration work.
• Carry out welding repairs in accordance with manufacturer standards.
• Maintain high levels of workmanship, efficiency, and eye for detail
• Follow workplace safety procedures and industry best practices

Skills

Panel beating

Welding

Education

Trade qualification

Job description

About The Role

As part of our panel team at the Toowoomba site, you'll be responsible for delivering high-quality repairs and restoring vehicles to pre-accident condition while maintaining excellent workmanship and productivity standards.

PERKS ON OFFER

• ‘ME’ Day: A paid day off on your birthday so you can celebrate however you’d like!
• Wellbeing Program: We care about your wellbeing. You and your immediate family can access our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for free, confidential counselling and support whenever you need it.
• Reward and Recognition: Enjoy site-run incentives like BBQs, team events, and company-wide recognition programs, including quarterly awards
• Discounts: Enjoy discounts on insurance and a variety of handy household items.
• Everyday Savings: Save on everyday expenses with access to discounted movie vouchers, retail gift cards, petrol and grocery gift cards, and more!
• Training: We provide training with I-CAR and other providers to upskill our teams and ensure they’re equipped with the latest knowledge of our industry.
• Career Development: As we are growing at a rapid rate and promote from within, opportunities for career progression are bountiful.
• Equal Opportunity: Drive Group is an equal opportunity employer. Joining our team means joining a company that prioritises the health, safety and wellbeing of its people and fosters a culture of respect, inclusivity, and safety.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out quality panel repairs following approved repair methods across a range of vehicles
• Remove and replace damaged body panels, sections and structural components.
• Perform panel alignment, straightening and body restoration work.
• Carry out welding repairs in accordance with manufacturer standards.
• Maintain high levels of workmanship, efficiency, and eye for detail
• Follow workplace safety procedures and industry best practices

About You

• Trade qualified panel beater or close to completing your trade apprenticeship
• Ability to meet key performance goals and the physical demands of the job.
• Understanding of and willingness to abide by all safety practices.
• Appropriate Australian Working Rights.

WHY JOIN?

• Be part of an expanding company that promotes from within and invests in its people, development and success.
• Modern, spacious workshop with quality equipment and systems in place
• Stable full-time employment with a strong pipeline of ongoing work
• Supportive team culture where your skills and experience are valued

About Drive Group Australia

As a growing national business, Drive Group Australia believes performance and success begin with fixing every vehicle to a high quality and safe standard. These quality standards are backed by our day-to-day commitment to provide excellent customer care and service. Drive Group Australia truly represents the adage “one stop shop solution”, with our range of services covering the entire gamut of motor vehicle accident repairs, including: drive and non-drive repair solutions, direct insured, third party claims, fleet operators and FMO’s.

as we value applicants from diverse perspectives.