Spray Painter (Waterborne Systems)

You'll bring accident-damaged cars back to factory standard at the independent panel shop in Sandton. Expect to be trusted with real work from your first week.

This post is in Sandton (Gauteng). Please only apply if you can travel there daily. The first two weeks are spent shadowing someone experienced.

• Apply filler, sand and prime to a smooth, ready surface
• Photograph repair stages for the insurance assessor
• Fit new panels using spot welding and bonding methods
• Strip damaged panels, bumpers and trims and bag the fixings
• Pull and straighten chassis damage on a measuring jig

• A portfolio or references from previous body shops
• Able to work to insurer repair times and quality standards
• 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

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

• 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.