Vehicle Painter - CHC

2 Cheap Cars; New Zealand; On-site; NZD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

2 Cheap Cars in New Zealand is seeking an Automotive Painter / Panel & Paint Technician to prepare vehicle panels and surfaces, carry out body repairs, and apply coatings to a high standard. You will remove and refit panels, mix paints, and ensure cosmetic repairs meet company standards within set timeframes.

The role requires 2+ years in vehicle painting or equivalent automotive experience, strong attention to detail, ability to work independently or with a team, and a current NZ driver licence

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in Vehicle Painting or progressive experience in the automotive industry with exposure to vehicle surface preparation, refinishing, or paint-related work.

Responsibilities

• Prepare vehicle panels and surfaces to a high retail standard.
• Carry out body repairs, vehicle preparation, and paint refinishing work.
• Remove, repair, and refit vehicle panels, trims, and associated components.
• Mix and apply automotive paint coatings in accordance with company standards.
• Complete cosmetic repairs and restoration work on company vehicles.
• Ensure vehicles are repaired, prepared, and presented to a high standard within required timeframes.
• Maintain quality workmanship to minimise rework and vehicle returns.
• Accurately record labour, parts, and repair details.
• Meet productivity, quality, and compliance KPIs.
• Maintain a clean, organised, and safe workshop environment.
• Follow Health & Safety policies and safe work practices.
• Participate in toolbox meetings and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Hold and maintain a current New Zealand Driver Licence.
• NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa.

Skills

Vehicle painting

Surface preparation

Refinishing

Job description

As an Automotive Painter / Panel & Paint Technician, your responsibilities will include:

Prepare vehicle panels and surfaces to a high retail standard.

Carry out body repairs, vehicle preparation, and paint refinishing work.

Remove, repair, and refit vehicle panels, trims, and associated components.

Mix and apply automotive paint coatings in accordance with company standards.

Complete cosmetic repairs and restoration work on company vehicles.

Ensure vehicles are repaired, prepared, and presented to a high standard within required timeframes.

Maintain quality workmanship to minimise rework and vehicle returns.

Accurately record labour, parts, and repair details.

Meet productivity, quality, and compliance KPIs.

Maintain a clean, organised, and safe workshop environment.

Follow Health & Safety policies and safe work practices.

Participate in toolbox meetings and continuous improvement initiatives.

Hold and maintain a current New Zealand Driver Licence.

About you

To be successful in this role, you will have:

Minimum of 2 years’ experience in Vehicle Painting or progressive experience in the automotive industry with exposure to vehicle surface preparation, refinishing, or paint-related work.

Strong attention to detail and a commitment to quality workmanship.

The ability to work efficiently both independently and as part of a team.

Good time management and organisational skills.

A positive attitude and strong work ethic.

A commitment to workplace health and safety.

A current New Zealand Driver Licence.

NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa.

Employer Questions

our application will include the following questions:

How many years' experience do you have as an Automotive Spray Painter?

Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in New Zealand?

Have you worked in a role which requires a sound understanding of OH&S/WHS?

Do you have a current New Zealand driver's licence?

How much notice are you required to give your current employer?