Panel Beater and Car Painter
Visa sponsorship
Automotive · Hamilton, New Zealand · Full-Time · $30 - $40/hr · Visa: Employer sponsored
A Hamilton body shop is after Panel Beaters and Car Painters who care about getting a repair exactly right. If you have spent years straightening panels or laying down a flawless finish in a UK bodyshop, the work here will feel familiar: bodywork repairs, restoration, metal shaping, surface preparation and refinishing.
The team values craft and cooperation, and it looks for verified experience across panel repair, restoration and automotive paintwork. Candidates with verified trade experience may be considered for sponsorship opportunities under the AEWV scheme.
Your CV should describe the restorations you have handled, the paint systems you use and how you prepare a surface. Show off your refinishing and metal shaping work in Build AI CV to pull it all together.
Key Responsibilities
- Repair and restore vehicle bodywork accurately, keeping panel repairs true to the original specifications
- Carry out detailed metal shaping and restoration
- Prepare surfaces for paint and apply automotive paint systems to a high finish
- Inspect each finished repair for quality
- Use workshop equipment safely and efficiently, with close attention to detail at every stage
- Work with the team for consistent results
- Follow safety procedures, keep the workshop professional and keep developing your skills through training
Requirements & Eligibility
- Minimum 5 years of professional experience in panel beating or automotive painting
- Hands-on, proven experience in vehicle repairs, restoration or refinishing, and able to demonstrate your technical skills and previous work
- Sound knowledge of quality standards in the automotive repair industry
- High attention to detail and a commitment to quality results
- Positive, reliable and professional, with team spirit and a strong work ethic
- Panel Beaters with restoration and metal shaping experience are highly valued
- Car Painters with strong preparation and finishing skills are encouraged to apply
- Able to meet New Zealand employment and visa requirements
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