Panelbeater

Pete's Customs & Restorations; Rutherford; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Pete's Customs & Restorations in Rutherford, NSW seeks a qualified Automotive Mechanic & Panelbeater with a passion for classic, vintage and custom vehicles. The role involves diagnosing faults, executing repairs and performing bodywork to a high standard.

You will work independently on diverse restorations, including full projects from teardown to delivery, with attention to detail and safe workshop practices.

Responsibilities

• Carry out mechanical repairs, servicing and fault diagnosis on a variety of vehicles.
• Perform professional panelbeating and body repairs.
• Undertake full and partial restorations of classic, vintage and custom vehicles.
• Repair and replace damaged, rusted or deteriorated body panels.
• Perform metal fabrication, welding, cutting, grinding and panel finishing.
• Prepare vehicles for spray painting, including sanding, filling, priming and masking.
• Carry out automotive spray painting, colour matching and refinishing to a professional standard.
• Repair and restore vehicle bodywork, ensuring accurate panel alignment and fitment.
• Undertake custom modifications and fabrication work.
• Disassemble and reassemble vehicles during restoration projects.
• Assess vehicle damage, identify necessary repairs and assist with preparing customer quotes.
• Work independently and manage jobs efficiently from start to finish.
• Maintain exceptional attention to detail and high-quality workmanship.
• Follow all workshop safety procedures, including safe handling of paints, and spray equipment.

Job description

Pete's Customs & Restorations – Rutherford NSW

Automotive Mechanic & Panelbeater- Classic, Vintage & Custom Vehicles.

Pete's Custom Shop is seeking a fully qualified and experienced Automotive Mechanic & Panelbeater to join our workshop.

We are looking for a skilled, reliable and motivated tradesperson who has a genuine passion for classic, vintage and custom vehicles.

The successful applicant must be confident working independently, diagnosing faults accurately and completing repairs to a high standard without constant supervision.

This is an opportunity to work on a diverse range of vehicles, including classic cars, restorations, modifications and custom builds.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out mechanical repairs, servicing and fault diagnosis on a variety of vehicles.
• Perform professional panelbeating and body repairs.
• Undertake full and partial restorations of classic, vintage and custom vehicles.
• Repair and replace damaged, rusted or deteriorated body panels.
• Perform metal fabrication, welding, cutting, grinding and panel finishing.
• Prepare vehicles for spray painting, including sanding, filling, priming and masking.
• Carry out automotive spray painting, colour matching and refinishing to a professional standard.
• Repair and restore vehicle bodywork, ensuring accurate panel alignment and fitment.
• Undertake custom modifications and fabrication work.
• Disassemble and reassemble vehicles during restoration projects.
• Assess vehicle damage, identify necessary repairs and assist with preparing customer quotes.
• Work independently and manage jobs efficiently from start to finish.
• Maintain exceptional attention to detail and high-quality workmanship.
• Follow all workshop safety procedures, including safe handling of paints, and spray equipment.