Senior Panel Beater – Collision Repair Expert

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

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.