Colour Mixer (Automotive Refinish)

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Kempton Park, Gauteng
Full-time
Posted 2 hours ago
Full-time Automotive
R17 750 – R23 500/month
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Job Description

Got an eye for a smooth finish? The truck body repair workshop in Kempton Park wants your skills in the booth or on the jig. If you turn up on time and finish what you start, you'll fit in quickly.

The site is in Kempton Park; early starts mean public transport timing matters, so check your route before applying.

What your day looks like

  • Spray base coat and 2K clear coat in the booth
  • Cut and polish to remove dust marks and orange peel
  • Pull and straighten chassis damage on a measuring jig
  • Strip damaged panels, bumpers and trims and bag the fixings
  • Apply filler, sand and prime to a smooth, ready surface
  • Mix paint colours with a spectrophotometer and the mixing scheme

What you need

  • Physically able to stand, bend and kneel for long periods
  • Good colour vision and a steady hand
  • Experience with modern waterborne or high-solids paint systems
  • Panel beating or spray painting trade test, or at least 4 years of proven work

Extra points for

  • Aluminium and high-strength steel repair training
  • Measuring jig and electronic measuring experience

What's in it for you

  • Productivity bonus per completed job
  • Clean, modern booth and prep area
  • Paint supplier training courses

How to apply for this job

  1. Check you meet the must-haves first; recruiters filter on those before anything else.
  2. Get these ready, because shortlisted people are asked for them straight away: ID copy certified at a police station, trade certificate or references plus before-and-after photos of your repairs.
  3. Send your details with the form below. Add one or two lines about similar work you've done.
  4. Keep your phone on. Shortlisted applicants are contacted by call, SMS or WhatsApp within 6 working days.

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Before you hit apply

  • Say which paint systems you have used, like waterborne base coat with a 2K clear. Body shops care about this.
  • Before-and-after photos are your best proof. Keep them on your phone, ready to show at the interview.

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Job details
SalaryR17 750 – R23 500/month
Job TypeFull-time
LocationKempton Park, Gauteng
CategoryAutomotive
Experience4+ years
Posted6 November 2026
Closing Date14 December 2026
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