Panel Beater
Onshore applicants only
Visa sponsorship
Automotive · Dunedin, New Zealand · Full-Time · $25/hr · Visa: Employer sponsored · Applicants: Onshore applicants only
Repair collision and structural damage in a Dunedin vehicle workshop. The experienced Panel Beater / Repair Technician works across everyday and prestige vehicles, following job sheets and approved processes. Careful parts handling, preparation for paint and final quality checks are part of each repair.
The role is open to applicants already in New Zealand with residency or a valid applicable work visa; sponsorship is available for the right candidate.
Use an English CV to show your trade qualification or relevant technician experience. build a Dunedin panel repair technician CV with examples of repair planning, reassembly and checking finished quality before sign-off.
Key Responsibilities
- Assess repairs and job sheets and complete accurate collision and panel work to approved procedures and instructions, seeking management guidance as needed.
- Test-fit replacement parts and flag missing, incorrect or additional items.
- Finish assigned repairs before paint, tag removed parts by job number and store them neatly.
- Prepare repaired parts and panels for the Paint Department, reassemble vehicles and complete checks including headlight positioning and adjustments.
- Inspect quality and safety and sign off after checks, maintaining efficient workflow to expected standards.
Requirements & Eligibility
- Trade Certificate at equivalent Level 3 or Level 4 standard, or at least 3 years of relevant technician experience, with practical panel beating or vehicle repairs.
- Confident job-sheet reading and procedure compliance and ability to complete technical work without constant supervision.
- Commitment to safe, accurate quality repairs and close attention to detail.
- Teamwork with good organisation and communication and a full clean driving licence.
- Current New Zealand residency or valid applicable work visa and interest in ongoing technical training and development.
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