Panel Beater (Accident Repair Centre) – Fixed-Term

This insurance-approved accident repair centre in Randburg needs body repair skills that pass the insurer's quality check. Someone who likes a bit of variety, but also likes doing things the right way, will enjoy this.

This post is Randburg-based, with most of your time spent at an insurance-approved accident repair centre. Most weeks are 45 hours, in line with the BCEA.

• Spray base coat and 2K clear coat in the booth
• Pull and straighten chassis damage on a measuring jig
• Fit new panels using spot welding and bonding methods
• Mask up vehicles properly to keep overspray off glass and trim
• Photograph repair stages for the insurance assessor
• Cut and polish to remove dust marks and orange peel
• Apply filler, sand and prime to a smooth, ready surface

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

• Aluminium and high-strength steel repair training
• ADAS camera and sensor recalibration after repairs
• Experience as a workshop controller in a body shop

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

• Expect a practical test panel. Arrive early so you can see the booth and equipment first.
• Say which paint systems you have used, like waterborne base coat with a 2K clear. Body shops care about this.