Structural Repair Technician (Chassis Straightening) – Experienced

You'll bring accident-damaged cars back to factory standard at the independent panel shop in East London. You don't need to be the loudest person in the room, just the one others can count on.

The work is in East London, Eastern Cape, so you'll need a reliable way to get there every day. Weekend work is on a roster, so you won't be on every weekend.

• Spray base coat and 2K clear coat in the booth
• Cut and polish to remove dust marks and orange peel
• Pull and straighten chassis damage on a measuring jig
• Mask up vehicles properly to keep overspray off glass and trim
• Fit new panels using spot welding and bonding methods
• Repair dents with hammers, dollies and a stud welder
• Strip damaged panels, bumpers and trims and bag the fixings

• Physically able to stand, bend and kneel for long periods
• Panel beating or spray painting trade test, or at least 4 years of proven work
• Good colour vision and a steady hand
• A portfolio or references from previous body shops
• Experience with modern waterborne or high-solids paint systems

• Productivity bonus per completed job
• Paint supplier training courses
• Full respirator and spray suit supplied

• Expect a practical test panel. Arrive early so you can see the booth and equipment first.
• Before-and-after photos are your best proof. Keep them on your phone, ready to show at the interview.