Panel Beater Body Builder Spray Painter

Looking foryour next opportunity Contribute your knowledge and skills to our team!Were currentlyseekingahighly experiencedindividualwho is reliable and passionatein leadinga team on a daily key role willassistin ongoingsupportofinnovative practicesaswe continue to strive towards being an industry leader in the maintenance ofour fleet. Come on board with Busways as a Panel Beater / Body Builder at our Kempsey Depot.

What We Offer:

• EarningPotential: $105000 -$115000

• Including reasonableovertimeloadingandgenerous allowances inclusive of super

• $37.0866- $39.8477 per hourdepending on skills and experience

• Tool Allowance: $17.90 payable weekly

• Attendance Allowance: $32 payable on rostered worked hours

• Annual Leave: loading of 17.5%

• Ongoing Training and Development: Including in-house Heavy Vehicle Brake courses presented by a registered TAFE teacher

• Exposure to Advanced Technologies:Work on a range of vehicles including Euro 5 & 6 technologies

• LicenceUpgrade Opportunities:Upgrade from a carlicenceto MRlicence with costs covered by the company

• Career Progression:The chance to fulfil higher duties or undertakeadditionalroles

• BenefitPrograms:Fitness passport Novated Lease options Employee Assistance Programsand more

• Team Environment:Work in a closeknitteamorientedenvironment with quarterly BBQs to celebrate together

• Employee Referral Programs:Opportunity to earn a cash bonus for successfully referring qualified candidates for selected positions
  
  

Role Responsibilities:

This role requires a mature and professional approach with excellent communication skills. Your main duties will include

• Assess damage to the bus body panels andstructuresprovidingaccurateestimates for repair work

• Remove and replace damagedpanels hoods fenders and other body components using hand and power tools

• Straighten and repair bent or damaged frame and body structure ensuring itcomplies withOEM specifications

• Perform welding and fabrication work as needed to restore structure

• Blend and finish repaired areas to prepare for painting ensuring a smooth and uniform finish

• Undertaking the preparation and cleaning of all surfaces prior to any paint application taking placethis may include filinggrindingand sanding the body of a vehicle to restore a smooth vehiclesurface

• Provide all body structural accident damage and associated repairs service and maintenance to vehicles asrequired. Work on associated components to complete whole tasks within the skill level of the position

• Provide maintenance preparation replacement and repairs to all vehicle body components panels frames and door systems

• Manufacture service and fit vehicle components constructed from such materials as aluminum timber steel stainless steel glass fiberglasssealingand bonding materials

• Demonstrating and maintainingclean workshop practices in your day-to-day role and ensuring that these practices meet thehigh standardsheld by the Workshops team

• Ensuring that all maintenance and repairs are performed according to company policies and procedures and are recorded on the designated forms and documents provided

• Maintaining and performing all workshop practices in a manner that adheres to all Workplace Health and Safety (WHS) regulations

Our workshop staff play a critical role within the business to ensure our ever-evolving fleet of vehicles are continuallymaintainedto the highest standard to keep our staff and passengers safe out on the road.

Youcan expect to beprovided with all necessarytrainingthis will include relevant information about ourvarious makes and models of vehiclesto ensure a thorough understanding of standards required to meet contract obligations.

About Us:

Busways is the largest Australian-owned bus operator and most experienced Australian bus specialist delivering high-performing transport services since 1942. As the first choice for real-world solutions we provide public bus services on behalf of state governments. Our team of 2800operates1350 buses and 47 million journeys annually.

Choose an Organisation that Values You:

We invite you to consider Busways as your Employer of choicethrough this organisationwhosupportsan inclusiveand safeteamfocusedenvironment where you can expect toworkalongsideleaders andcolleagues with diverseskills andknowledge to sharecontributingtowards the creation of appreciate that ouremployees arethe driving forcebehind our success allowing us to thrive.

We offer our employees the chanceto develop evolve and take on additionaldutiesthroughout theirtime with usprovidingpossibilitiesto progresstheir careerover time. Weencourageour employeesto follow their passion for growthwithin the organisationsupportingadvancement throughout the journeythey choose toshare withus.

The Successful Applicant Will:

• Hold the relevant trade qualifications (MVTC) essential

• Certificatelllin Automotive Body Repair Technology

• Proven experience as a Body Builder/Panel Beater particular with larger vehicles

• Have experience in the service and maintenance of vehicles (training provided to develop these skills)

• Strong knowledge of the bus bodyconstruction andrepair techniques including welding and metalworking

• Ensure adherence and understanding to WHS regulations and relevant company policies

• Possess strong verbal and written communication skills

• Have experience working in a team environment on daily maintenance and repair schedules

• Apply a proactive approach with a drive for continuous improvement

• Be physically fit to carry out the necessities of the role

• Be an Australian Citizen Permanent Resident or have unrestricted working rights in Australia

• Hold a current Unrestricted Australiandriverslicenceissued by the relevant State

Highly Regarded but Not Necessary:

• Medium Rigid (MR) or aboveAustraliandriverslicence
  
  

Apply now:

If you believe this is the perfect role for you please apply bysubmittinga resume and a cover letter that specifically addressesyour suitability tothe roleIndividual applications will be processed as soon as they are can besubmittedby clicking Apply Now or sending an email to:

For any queries about the role please contact the Regional Assets Support Manager Mark McGrath on.

Buswaysiscommitted to being an Equal Opportunity Employer with a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. We encourage applications from all individuals including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and those from diverse social cultural and gender backgrounds.

No agency applications please.