Spray Painter (Waterborne Systems)

You'll bring accident-damaged cars back to factory standard at the dealership body shop in Gqeberha. People who do well here are steady, honest and not scared to ask when something is unclear.

You'll report in Gqeberha. Relocation is not covered for this one.

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

• Experience with modern waterborne or high-solids paint systems
• Able to work to insurer repair times and quality standards
• A portfolio or references from previous body shops
• Panel beating or spray painting trade test, or at least 4 years of proven work

• Experience as a workshop controller in a body shop
• Measuring jig and electronic measuring experience
• Aluminium and high-strength steel repair training

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

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