Panelbeater

247 Workshop Ltd; Auckland; On-site; NZD 41,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent position in Auckland

Supportive and friendly team

Competitive hourly rate $30–$35 per hr

40 to 50 hours per week

Job summary

247 Workshop Limited in Mangere, Auckland, is hiring a full-time Panelbeater to join our busy workshop. The ideal candidate must have 2 years relevant experience or NZ Level 4 qualification in collision repair / panel beating and be able to work weekends and overtime, with flexibility for early mornings or late shifts.

In this role you will assess vehicle damage, remove and fit panels, weld as needed, and prepare surfaces for painting.

Qualifications

• 2 years relevant experience or NZ Level 4 (or above) relevant qualification in collision repair / panel beating.
• Must be able to work on weekends and work overtime.
• Flexible to work early-morning and late-night shifts.
• Ability to work under pressure in a busy workshop.
• Strong commitment to safe work practices, including correct use of PPE.

Responsibilities

• Assessing vehicle damage and planning repairs, working to repair estimates and manufacturer repair procedures.
• Removing and refitting damaged panels, bumpers, trims, lights and other components.
• Repairing and replacing damaged steel, aluminium, fibreglass and plastic panels to a high standard of finish.
• Cutting out damaged panels and sections, and welding in replacement panels (MIG, spot and plastic welding).
• Straightening chassis and body frames using chassis-alignment and measuring equipment.
• Applying body filler, then sanding and preparing repaired areas ready for painting.
• Aligning panels, doors, bonnets and boot lids to the correct fit and gaps.
• Checking finished repairs for quality and fit, and refitting components after painting.
• Maintaining tools, welding and workshop equipment in clean, safe working order.
• Complying with all company and government health and safety guidelines.

Skills

Weekend work

Under pressure

Safety and PPE

Teamwork

Physical fitness

Education

NZ Level 4 or above in collision repair/panel beating

Job description

247 Workshop Limited, a busy vehicle and machinery repair and panel/paint workshop in Mangere, Auckland, is hiring a full-time Panelbeater to join our busy workshop.

247 Workshop Limited is looking for a full-time Panelbeater to join the team. The ideal candidate must have the following:

2 years relevant experience or a New Zealand Level 4 (or above) relevant qualification in collision repair / panel beating Must be able to work on weekends and work overtime Must be flexible to work early-morning and late-night shifts Ability to work under pressure in a busy workshop Strong commitment to safe work practices, including correct use of PPE Be hard-working, reliable and motivated Can work well and efficiently both unsupervised and within a team Physically fit for the demands of the role

Job Responsibilities:

Assessing vehicle damage and planning repairs, working to repair estimates and manufacturer repair procedures Removing and refitting damaged panels, bumpers, trims, lights and other components Repairing and replacing damaged steel, aluminium, fibreglass and plastic panels to a high standard of finish, and forming replacement parts where required Cutting out damaged panels and sections, and welding in replacement panels (MIG, spot and plastic welding) Straightening chassis and body frames using chassis-alignment and measuring equipment Applying body filler, then sanding and preparing repaired areas ready for painting Aligning panels, doors, bonnets and boot lids to the correct fit and gaps Checking finished repairs for quality and fit, and refitting components after painting Maintaining tools, welding and workshop equipment in clean, safe working order Complying with all company and government health and safety guidelines Any other tasks that are reasonably requested by the employer from time to time

In return we will offer:

• A stable, permanent position in Auckland
• A supportive and friendly team environment
• Competitive hourly rate ranging from $30 to $35 per hour
• Good hours, 40 to 50 hours per week (minimum 40 hours guaranteed)