Panel Beater (Accident Repair Centre)

Got an eye for a smooth finish? The dealership body shop in Umlazi 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 work is in Umlazi, KwaZulu-Natal, so you'll need a reliable way to get there every day. Overtime comes up in peak season and is paid.

• Strip damaged panels, bumpers and trims and bag the fixings
• 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
• Cut and polish to remove dust marks and orange peel
• Photograph repair stages for the insurance assessor
• Repair dents with hammers, dollies and a stud welder

• 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
• Physically able to stand, bend and kneel for long periods

• Experience as a workshop controller in a body shop
• Measuring jig and electronic measuring experience
• ADAS camera and sensor recalibration after repairs

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

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