Spray Painter (Waterborne Systems)

This fleet repair centre in Cape Town CBD needs body repair skills that pass the insurer's quality check. It's a practical job: you'll see what you got done before you go home.

The site is in Cape Town CBD; early starts mean public transport timing matters, so check your route before applying.

• Strip damaged panels, bumpers and trims and bag the fixings
• Mix paint colours with a spectrophotometer and the mixing scheme
• Mask up vehicles properly to keep overspray off glass and trim
• Cut and polish to remove dust marks and orange peel
• Repair dents with hammers, dollies and a stud welder
• Pull and straighten chassis damage on a measuring jig

• Physically able to stand, bend and kneel for long periods
• Able to work to insurer repair times and quality standards
• A portfolio or references from previous body shops
• Good colour vision and a steady hand

• Measuring jig and electronic measuring experience
• ADAS camera and sensor recalibration after repairs

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

• 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.