Paintless Dent Removal Technician – Fixed-Term

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Tembisa, Gauteng
Contract
Posted 1 hour ago
Contract Automotive
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Job Description

You'll bring accident-damaged cars back to factory standard at the insurance-approved accident repair centre in Tembisa. If you like clear targets and knowing where you stand, this is for you.

This post is in Tembisa (Gauteng). Please only apply if you can travel there daily.

What your day looks like

  • Repair dents with hammers, dollies and a stud welder
  • Mix paint colours with a spectrophotometer and the mixing scheme
  • Cut and polish to remove dust marks and orange peel
  • Spray base coat and 2K clear coat in the booth
  • Fit new panels using spot welding and bonding methods
  • Photograph repair stages for the insurance assessor
  • Apply filler, sand and prime to a smooth, ready surface

You'll need

  • Good colour vision and a steady hand
  • Knowledge of spray booth safety and respirator use
  • Experience with modern waterborne or high-solids paint systems
  • Panel beating or spray painting trade test, or at least 4 years of proven work
  • Able to work to insurer repair times and quality standards

Helpful, not essential

  • Measuring jig and electronic measuring experience
  • Experience as a workshop controller in a body shop

What's in it for you

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

How to apply

  1. Make sure the role, the hours and working in Tembisa really suit you before you apply.
  2. Have the following on hand (clear photos on your phone are fine at first): trade certificate or references plus before-and-after photos of your repairs.
  3. Use the form on this page. It takes about two minutes and you don't need to upload anything yet.
  4. If you're shortlisted you'll hear from us within 7 working days, usually by phone.

How2Apply recruits for this position on behalf of hiring employers around Tembisa; applications go into our talent pool and shortlisted candidates are introduced directly.

Applying is free. Nobody from How2Apply will ever ask you to pay for anything to get this job.

How to stand out

  • 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
SalaryDiscussed at interview
Job TypeContract
LocationTembisa, Gauteng
CategoryAutomotive
Experience3+ years
Posted24 October 2026
Closing Date21 November 2026
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