Panelbeater
Automotive · Dunedin, Otago, New Zealand · Full-Time · $25/hr
In panel work, the quality of a finished repair says more than any list of past employers. A well-established automotive repair operation in Dunedin, Otago, is looking for an experienced Panel Beater / Repair Technician who brings dependable technical skill, a careful eye and a professional manner.
The work is varied, covering structural and prestige repairs, with the possibility of handling high-profile marques such as Tesla and Jaguar Land Rover. A modern workshop, up-to-date repair equipment, ongoing I-CAR certification training and structured development pathways give established skills room to keep growing. For experienced technicians considering New Zealand jobs from Dubai or elsewhere, it is a considered next step.
Key Responsibilities
- Assess what each repair involves before starting, reviewing the job sheet so the required process is clear
- Carry out collision and panel repairs with accuracy and professionalism, sticking to approved repair procedures and workplace instructions
- Check with management whenever further repair guidance is needed
- Trial-fit replacement parts to confirm they sit correctly, and flag any parts that are missing, incorrect or additionally required
- Finish every assigned repair before the vehicle moves on to painting
- Tag removed parts with the relevant job number and store them in an organised, clearly identified way
- Get repaired components and parts ready for the Paint Department
- Complete final reassembly checks, including headlight positioning and any other adjustments required
- Inspect finished repairs for quality and safety, signing off the work once the required quality checks are done
- Keep the workflow efficient while meeting the expected repair standards
Requirements & Eligibility
- A Trade Certificate at an equivalent Level 3 or Level 4 standard, or alternatively at least 3 years of relevant technician experience
- Demonstrated hands-on panel beating or vehicle repair experience, with the ability to interpret job sheets, follow repair procedures and complete technical work without constant supervision
- A strong focus on safety, accuracy and repair quality, supported by high attention to detail
- Good communication and organisational skills and the ability to work collaboratively as part of a workshop team
- Full clean driving licence
- Current New Zealand residency or a valid applicable work visa
- Commitment to ongoing technical training and professional development
- Sponsorship is available for the right candidate
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