Truck Panelbeater

Buzzblock (Pty) Ltd; Germiston; Sur place; ZAR 223 000 - 279 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Buzzblock (Pty) Ltd is seeking a Qualified Truck Panelbeater in Gauteng, Germiston. The role focuses on repairing and restoring heavy truck bodywork, including metalwork, welding, fabrication, and finishing to restore structural integrity and appearance.

You will read job cards, inspect damage, quote repairs, order parts, fabricate where needed, weld, sand and paint, and perform roadworthiness checks to ensure finished work meets standards. A demanding hands-on role with attention to detail.

Qualifications

• Matric required.
• Trade-tested panel beater with red seal certification.
• 3–5 years’ experience in panel beating, preferably with heavy-duty trucks.

Responsabilités

• Read the job card/quotation to establish work to be done.
• Inspect damaged trucks to determine damage extent.
• Assist Estimator with repair quotes and provide detailed quotes.
• Order necessary parts and follow up.
• Fabricate parts when original components are unavailable.
• Perform MIG, TIG or oxy-acetylene welding to join metal parts.
• Sand, grind and smooth repaired areas; apply primers and paints.
• Conduct roadworthiness checks and ensure quality standards.

Connaissances

Metalwork

Welding

Fabrication

Panel beating tools

Manual dexterity

Reading diagrams

Damage assessment

Repair strategy

Communication

Formation

Matric

Panel beater certification (Trade Test with red seal)

Description du poste

Qualified Truck Panelbeater

A Truck Panel Beater is responsible for repairing and restoring the bodywork of heavy-duty trucks after they have been damaged due to accidents, wear and tear, or other incidents. This role involves working with large vehicles, requiring specialised skills in metalwork, welding, and finishing techniques to ensure the truck’s structural integrity and appearance are restored to their original condition.

Responsibilities:

• Read the job card/quotation to establish what work needs to be done
• Inspect damaged trucks to determine the extent of structural, body, mechanical or interior damage
• Assist the Estimator with the time and cost of repairs and provide detailed quotes
• Assess the vehicle against the job card/quotation and establish what parts are to be ordered
• Assess for additional damage
• Order the necessary parts and follow up when needed
• Assess that the parts ordered are correct and not damaged
• Fabricate parts when original components are unavailable or too costly to replace
• Ensure that all parts to be painted go with the vehicle to the paint shop

• Carefully disassemble damaged sections of the truck to access affected areas
• Reassemble parts, ensuring all components fit correctly and function as intended
• Straighten and reshape bent panels and frames using various tools such as hammers, dollies and hydraulic presses
• Cut and weld replacement panels or frames as needed
• Repair or replace damaged truck parts, including fenders, doors, bumpers and other body components
• Ensure that all panel alignment and fitment of parts are correct
• Perform MIG, TIG or oxy-acetylene welding to join metal parts
• Sand, grind and smooth repaired areas to ensure a seamless finish
• Apply primers, paints and protective coatings to the repaired areas
• Conduct inspection of work executed to ensure it meets the required standards
• Conduct a roadworthiness check

• Assist in relevant operations/operational functions as required
• Conduct quality checks on the assistant’s work
• Advise, assist, teach and manage the assistant
• Liaise with the Foreman, Estimator, Manager, and CPD to ensure productive workflow to and from your work area
• Maintain and calibrate panel beating tools and equipment
• Ensure that productivity and efficiency are at an acceptable standard
• Assist in relevant operations/operational functions as required

Minimum Requirements:

• Matric
• Qualified Panel beater (Trade Test with red seal certification)
• 3-5 years’ experience in panel beating, preferably with heavy-duty trucks

Skills Required:

• Expertise in metalwork, welding and fabrication
• Proficiency in using panel beating tools and equipment
• Good hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity
• Ability to read and interpret technical diagrams and repair manuals
• Physical strength and stamina to work with heavy materials and equipment
• Attention to detail for precise repair
• Ability to assess damage and develop repair strategies
• Creativity in fabricating parts or finding alternative repair methods
• Effectively communicate and collaborate with others

Knowledge:

• Knowledge of truck body structures and materials
• Adequate knowledge or business principles relating to panelbeating
• Knowledge and understanding of quality management processes

Remuneration Package:

• R20 000 – R25 000 Per Month Depending on Experience/Qualifications and work history.