PANEL BEATER

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Vehicle Body Inspection and Damage Assessment

• Inspect vehicles to identify body damage resulting from accidents, dents, scratches, rust and general wear.
• Assess the extent of damage and determine the appropriate repair methods and materials required.
• Identify damaged panels and structural components requiring repair or replacement.
• Provide recommendations on the most effective and cost-efficient repair solutions.
• Review repair instructions and ensure all required work is clearly understood before commencing repairs.

Panel Beating and Vehicle Body Repairs

• Repair damaged vehicle panels, including doors, bonnets, bumpers, fenders, roofs and side panels.
• Straighten, reshape and restore damaged vehicle bodywork using appropriate panel-beating techniques.
• Remove dents, bends and other body imperfections to restore original vehicle contours.
• Carry out cutting, welding, filling, sanding and other body repair procedures where necessary.
• Repair or replace damaged body components in accordance with vehicle specifications.
• Carry out rust treatment and corrosion-related repairs to prevent further deterioration.
• Ensure repaired panels are properly aligned and fitted before completion.

 Tools, Equipment and Quality Control

• Operate panel-beating tools, machinery and equipment safely and effectively.
• Use appropriate tools and materials for vehicle body repairs, including welding equipment, hydraulic equipment, hammers, dollies and sanding tools.
• Prepare repaired surfaces for painting and finishing.
• Inspect completed repairs to ensure accuracy, proper alignment and quality workmanship.
• Ensure repaired vehicles meet required safety, structural and aesthetic standards.
• Maintain and care for workshop tools and equipment, reporting defects when identified.
• Keep the work area clean, organized and free from unnecessary hazards.

Workplace Safety, Time Management and Professional Standards

• Adhere to workshop health and safety procedures when handling tools, machinery and repair materials.
• Use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) during all repair activities.
• Follow established repair procedures and manufacturer specifications.
• Manage assigned repair jobs effectively and complete work within agreed deadlines.
• Work independently while maintaining consistent communication with supervisors and other workshop personnel.
• Coordinate with mechanics, spray painters and other technicians to ensure seamless vehicle restoration.
• Identify potential repair challenges and recommend appropriate solutions.
• Maintain professionalism, reliability and accountability in all assigned duties.

KEY REQUIREMENT SKILLS AND QUALIFICATION

• Certificate or Diploma in Automotive Body Repair, Panel Beating or a related technical field.
• Proven experience working as a Panel Beater in an automotive repair workshop, garage or motor vehicle dealership.
• Demonstrable experience in accident damage repair, dent removal, panel straightening and vehicle body restoration.
• Practical knowledge of vehicle body structures, repair techniques and workshop procedures.
• Experience operating panel-beating tools, welding equipment and other automotive body repair machinery.
• Relevant technical training or professional certification will be an added advantage.
• Excellent technical skills in panel beating and vehicle body restoration.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.

HOW TO APPLY

• If you meet the above qualifications, skills and experience share CV on recruitment@britesmanagement.com
• Interviews will be carried out on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
• Only the shortlisted candidates will be contacted.