Skilled Auto Body Repair Technician – Frame & Paint Expert

Placements24; Gqeberha; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 in Port Elizabeth seeks an experienced Automotive Body Repair Technician to restore damaged vehicles to pre-accident condition, focusing on structural integrity, panel repair, and cosmetic finish.

You will work with a variety of makes and models, using modern repair techniques and equipment to deliver high-quality finishes, while upholding safety and efficiency in a well-established shop.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Automotive Body Repair Technician or panel beater.
• Experience with MIG/TIG welding, metalwork, and body fillers.
• Knowledge of frame straightening equipment and repair methods for different materials.

Responsibilities

• Repair and replace damaged vehicle body panels, including doors, fenders, hoods, and bumpers.
• Perform structural repairs using frame straightening and welding equipment.
• Conduct dent removal, metal finishing, and surface preparation for painting.
• Ensure all repairs meet manufacturer specifications and customer expectations.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area and proper tool use and care.

Skills

Automotive Body Repair Technician

MIG/TIG welding

Metal finishing & body fillers

Frame straightening

Materials knowledge (steel/aluminum/CF

Tools

MIG/TIG welding equipment

Frame straightening equipment

Job description

Placements24 in Port Elizabeth seeks an experienced Automotive Body Repair Technician to restore damaged vehicles to pre-accident condition, focusing on structural integrity, panel repair, and cosmetic finish.

You will work with a variety of makes and models, using modern repair techniques and equipment to deliver high-quality finishes, while upholding safety and efficiency in a well-established shop.