Colour Mixer (Automotive Refinish)

Got an eye for a smooth finish? The independent panel shop in Tzaneen wants your skills in the booth or on the jig. If you like clear targets and knowing where you stand, this is for you.

The site is in Tzaneen; early starts mean public transport timing matters, so check your route before applying. Shifts rotate, so you'll need to be flexible about days and nights.

• Pull and straighten chassis damage on a measuring jig
• Fit new panels using spot welding and bonding methods
• Apply filler, sand and prime to a smooth, ready surface
• Strip damaged panels, bumpers and trims and bag the fixings
• Spray base coat and 2K clear coat in the booth
• Mask up vehicles properly to keep overspray off glass and trim
• Repair dents with hammers, dollies and a stud welder

• Physically able to stand, bend and kneel for long periods
• Able to work to insurer repair times and quality standards
• Knowledge of spray booth safety and respirator use
• A portfolio or references from previous body shops
• Panel beating or spray painting trade test, or at least 4 years of proven work
• Good colour vision and a steady hand

• Experience as a workshop controller in a body shop
• ADAS camera and sensor recalibration after repairs

• Paint supplier training courses
• Clean, modern booth and prep area
• Productivity bonus per completed job
• Full respirator and spray suit supplied

• 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.