Paint Preparer (Body Shop)

You'll bring accident-damaged cars back to factory standard at the fleet repair centre in Sandton. This role rewards consistency more than flash.

Location: Sandton, Gauteng. Applicants who already live in the area get looked at first.

• Mix paint colours with a spectrophotometer and the mixing scheme
• Spray base coat and 2K clear coat in the booth
• Repair dents with hammers, dollies and a stud welder
• Fit new panels using spot welding and bonding methods
• Pull and straighten chassis damage on a measuring jig
• Cut and polish to remove dust marks and orange peel
• Mask up vehicles properly to keep overspray off glass and trim

• Knowledge of spray booth safety and respirator use
• Panel beating or spray painting trade test, or at least 4 years of proven work
• Experience with modern waterborne or high-solids paint systems
• Physically able to stand, bend and kneel for long periods
• A portfolio or references from previous body shops
• Good colour vision and a steady hand

• Productivity bonus per completed job
• Full respirator and spray suit supplied
• Paint supplier training courses

• 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.