Job Description – Panel Beater (ANZSCO 324111)

Employer: Byzantine Investments Pty Ltd T/A CrashClaim

Work Location: 3 Crane Street, Homebush NSW 2140

Position: Panel Beater

Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Annual Salary: AUD $85,000 + Superannuation

Working Hours: 38 hours per week

Minimum Experience: 1 year of relevant full-time experience or equivalent part-time experience

Position Overview

CrashClaim is seeking a skilled and experienced Panel Beater to join its automotive repair operations in Homebush, NSW. The successful candidate will be responsible for assessing, repairing, restoring and replacing damaged motor vehicle body panels and structural components to ensure vehicles are returned to appropriate manufacturer, safety and quality standards.

The role requires practical expertise in accident damage repairs, metal fabrication, welding, panel alignment, dent removal, structural straightening and surface preparation. The Panel Beater will work collaboratively with workshop supervisors, automotive technicians and vehicle refinishing personnel to ensure repairs are completed efficiently, accurately and to a high professional standard.

Benefits

Full-Time | Permanent Position | Homebush, NSW Location

Annual Salary: $85,000 + Superannuation

Competitive Salary: Attractive annual salary of $85,000 + Superannuation.

Permanent Employment: Full-time, stable position with 38 ordinary working hours per week.

Career Development: Opportunities to enhance your automotive repair skills and gain valuable industry experience.

Diverse Work Experience: Work on a variety of vehicles, accident repairs and challenging panel restoration projects.

Professional Work Environment: Join a supportive, team-oriented automotive repair workplace.

Skill Enhancement: Develop expertise in modern panel beating, welding, structural repairs and vehicle restoration techniques.

Workplace Entitlements: Paid annual leave, personal leave, superannuation and other applicable entitlements in accordance with Australian employment laws.

Convenient Location: Based in Homebush, Sydney, with access to surrounding transport networks.

Task & responsibilities

Vehicle Damage Assessment and Repair Planning

Inspect accident-damaged vehicles to identify visible and underlying damage to body panels, structural components and associated fittings.

Assess the extent of damage to doors, bonnets, guards, bumpers, quarter panels, roof panels and other vehicle body components.

Interpret vehicle repair specifications, manufacturer guidelines, technical drawings and repair instructions.

Determine appropriate repair methods, including panel beating, straightening, replacement, welding and metal finishing.

Assist in identifying required replacement parts, repair materials, equipment and estimated repair times.

Communicate technical repair requirements to workshop supervisors and other relevant personnel.

Panel Beating and Body Restoration

Remove dents, creases and other body-panel damage using appropriate hand tools, hydraulic equipment and specialist panel-beating techniques.

Restore damaged metal panels to their original shape, dimensions and alignment.

Repair vehicle body sections using hammer-and-dolly techniques, panel-beating equipment, pulling systems and other approved repair methods.

Remove damaged panels and components and replace them with suitable new or approved replacement parts.

Repair and reshape metal surfaces to achieve accurate contours, panel alignment and consistent body gaps.

Undertake metal finishing, filing, sanding and surface preparation before refinishing.

Ensure repaired panels meet applicable manufacturer specifications and workshop quality requirements.

Structural Repairs and Vehicle Alignment

Identify structural damage and assist in determining appropriate repair procedures.

Use suitable measuring equipment and approved repair systems to assess vehicle body alignment.

Carry out authorised straightening and alignment work on damaged body structures.

Perform repairs to vehicle frames and structural components within the limits of training, equipment capability and manufacturer repair specifications.

Verify repaired sections for correct dimensions, alignment and structural integrity.

Identify damage requiring specialist assessment or additional repair authorisation.

Welding, Cutting and Metal Fabrication

Perform appropriate welding and joining operations, including MIG welding and spot welding, where required and authorised.

Cut, shape, fabricate and fit metal components for vehicle body repairs.

Remove damaged sections and install replacement panels using manufacturer-approved joining methods.

Use grinders, cutting equipment and other metalworking tools safely and accurately.

Ensure weld quality, joining methods and repaired components comply with applicable repair procedures.

Follow appropriate safety precautions when working with welding equipment, heat, sparks and combustible materials.

Panel Removal, Replacement and Reassembly

Remove and refit vehicle body panels, trims, mouldings, doors, guards, bumpers and related components.

Inspect mounting points, brackets, hinges and fasteners for damage or misalignment.

Install replacement components in accordance with manufacturer specifications.

Check panel fitment, door operation, body gaps and alignment after repairs.

Coordinate with vehicle painters, mechanical technicians and other workshop personnel to ensure repairs are completed efficiently.

Protect vehicle interiors, electrical components and surrounding surfaces during repair operations.

Surface Preparation and Quality Control

Prepare repaired panels for painting and refinishing by sanding, grinding and applying suitable body fillers where appropriate.

Ensure surfaces are correctly shaped, smooth and ready for subsequent refinishing processes.

Inspect completed repairs for defects, misalignment, uneven surfaces and workmanship issues.

Conduct final quality checks on repaired panels and body components.

Rectify identified defects before the vehicle progresses to the next stage of repair.

Maintain consistent repair quality and minimise rework.

Workshop Operations and Safety Compliance

Maintain a clean, organised and safe working environment.

Operate panel-beating tools, welding equipment, lifting devices and workshop machinery safely.

Follow workplace health and safety procedures and applicable Australian safety requirements.

Use appropriate personal protective equipment when undertaking welding, grinding, cutting and other repair activities.

Report damaged equipment, unsafe conditions and workplace hazards to management.

Handle and dispose of workshop waste and materials in accordance with applicable procedures.

Maintain tools and equipment in good working condition.

Complete repair documentation, job cards, work records and other required workshop paperwork accurately.

Work collaboratively with other workshop employees to meet agreed repair schedules and quality standards.

Qualification & experience

Minimum 1 year of relevant full-time work experience as a Panel Beater, Automotive Body Repairer or in a substantially similar role, or equivalent part-time experience.

Practical knowledge of vehicle body construction, accident damage repair and panel restoration techniques.

Experience using panel-beating hand tools, power tools, hydraulic repair equipment and relevant workshop machinery.

Ability to assess damaged vehicle panels and determine suitable repair procedures.

Experience removing, repairing, replacing and realigning automotive body panels.

Working knowledge of welding, metal fabrication, panel shaping and surface preparation.

Ability to read and follow technical instructions and vehicle manufacturer repair specifications.

Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.

Knowledge of workplace health and safety practices in an automotive repair environment.

Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Good time-management, problem-solving and communication skills.

Ability to maintain accurate repair records and meet reasonable workshop deadlines.

A relevant automotive trade qualification, such as Certificate III in Automotive Body Repair Technology (AUR32120), or an equivalent recognised qualification, is highly regarded.

Applicants with substantial relevant practical experience may also be considered, provided they demonstrate the technical skills required to perform the position safely and competently.

Relevant industry training in welding, structural repairs, vehicle body alignment or manufacturer-approved repair techniques will be advantageous.