Panel Beater

2 days ago

City of Hobsons Bay, Australia AMA Group Ltd Full time

Western Truck Repairs is a renowned brand in the heavy vehicle smash repair industry and is a division under AMA Group - Heavy Motors. We offer a complete range of services, from minor mechanical and accident repairs to complete hand-finished re-builds.

Western Truck Repairs has a great network with towing & salvaging operators to ensure we provide the utmost service to see each job right through from beginning to finish.

With a convenient location near Melbourne's Ring Road and Westgate Bridge, you'll be part of a team that serves the local trucking community with pride and professionalism. Our facility is a bustling hub of activity, with experienced panel beaters, mechanics, body builders, fabricators, spray painters, chassis aligners, and electricians working together as a cohesive team.

The Opportunity

Western Truck Repairs is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Panel Shop Foreman to join our team

As the Panel Shop Foreman, you will be responsible for overseeing our panel shop team, allocating work, and ensuring the high-quality repair and restoration of trucks and vehicles. The ideal candidate will be trade qualified and possess strong leadership skills to lead a team in delivering exceptional results.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide leadership and guidance to the panel shop team, ensuring they work efficiently and effectively to meet production goals.
  • Assign tasks to the panel shop team members, considering their skills, strengths, and workloads to optimise productivity.
  • Report directly to the Production Manager, providing regular updates on the status of ongoing projects, team performance, and any issues that may arise.
  • Participate in weekly walkarounds of the workshop with the Production Manager to assess progress, identify challenges, and make recommendations for improvement.
  • Take images of work in progress and upload them to the job record, ensuring that records are kept up-to-date and accessible to relevant parties.
  • Identify and report any additional parts or materials required for ongoing jobs to the Production Manager to prevent delays.
  • Assist in upskilling the panel shop team by providing training, guidance, and mentoring to enhance their skills and knowledge.
  • Maintain rigorous quality control standards to ensure that repairs and restorations meet or exceed industry standards and customer expectations.

Does this sound like you?

  • Must be trade qualified in panel beating or a related field (Essential).
  • Strong leadership and team management skills.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Attention to detail and commitment to high-quality work.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
  • Knowledge of panel shop tools, equipment, and repair techniques.
  • Prior experience in a similar role is preferred.

Benefits:

  • Reward & recognition.
  • Career development and training.
  • Referral bonus for recommending a friend to work with us.
  • Discounts on parts and tools.
  • Uniforms.
  • 24/7 professional counselling for Team members and their immediate families.

We champion our Team, because it's our people that set us apart and drive our business' success.

AMA Group is an equal opportunity employer. We are dedicated to finding the best fit for every role. All qualified applications will be considered regardless of gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, disability, or sexual orientation.

No matter who you are, if you have the drive and talent to progress, when you're part of our Team, you're going places - APPLY NOW.

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