Panel Beater

10 hours ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Automotive Employment Nz Full time $60,000 - $120,000 per year

Job Description

Job reference

  • Relocation to Australia required - positions in NSW, ACT, and Queensland (Townsville)
  • State-of-the-art facilities and enticing remuneration
  • Career growth potential and further training on offer

Access 34 years of our client relationships and connections and find your next job. New Zealand's leaders in motor industry recruitment since 1991. Automotive Employment NZ has been awarded Sourcr Automotive Agency of the Year for the second year in a row

About the Employer

The employers' facilities rank among the world's best, featuring cutting-edge chassis straightening systems, advanced laser measuring technology, and workshops designed for precision and employee well-being.

Proudly outfitted with modern repair equipment, including premium frame benches and composite repair tools, their work setting reflects an environment you will be proud to work in. 

Competitive base salaries and performance-based incentives reward skilled professionals who thrive in high-quality collision repair work.

We're seeking skilled collision repairers (panel beaters)

Join a team dedicated to restoring vehicles to OEM standards using the latest repair methodologies.

Key responsibilities:

  • Assess structural damage and execute precise repairs using modern chassis straightening equipment
  • Repair, replace, or reshape vehicle panels
  • Carry out repairs using modern repair methods and equipment 
  • Align body components to manufacturer specifications using OEM repair techniques
  • Collaborate with painters, mechanics, and teams to ensure seamless workflow and vehicle safety
  • Document repair processes where required and ensure compliance with quality control guidelines

Skills and experience required:

  • Relevant NZ/Australian trade qualification in panel beating/collision repair, or equivalent international certification
  • Proven expertise in collision repair, including chassis alignment and repair
  • Proficiency with modern repair equipment (frame benches, welding tools, measuring systems)
  • Familiarity with OEM repair standards and hybrid/EV structural considerations
  • Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and ability to meet deadlines

Essential requirements

  • Willingness to relocate to Australia
  • NZ citizenship or eligibility for an Australian Working Holiday Visa (subclass 417/462)
  • Contact us for visa criteria. Pathways to residency may be available for qualifying candidates.

The opportunity and benefits

Choose your lifestyle: tropical Townsville (near the Great Barrier Reef), vibrant Sydney, regional NSW, or Canberra (ACT).

Enjoy:

  • Exceptional hourly rates with productivity bonuses for efficient, high-quality work
  • Potential for career growth in a state-of-the-art workshop with ongoing training

How to apply

Click "Apply" to submit your resume. Applications from NZ and Australian citizens are preferred, but we are open to applications from those candidates who are eligible for Working Holiday Visas.

For a confidential discussion, contact Automotive Employment NZ Ltd via NZ Freephone: , or on our landline

Jobcorp owned companies include Jobcorp NZ Ltd, Jobcorp Immigration, and Automotive Employment NZ.

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