Panel Beater

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Capital SMART is seeking a Panel Beater for a permanent role in Cheltenham. Work Monday to Friday, 7:00 am to 4:30 pm, in a workshop using repair technology to return vehicles to pre-accident condition. You’ll repair and straighten bodies, replace panels when needed, read repair methods, and meet scope and time targets while upholding quality and safety. Ideal candidates have an apprenticeship in Panel Beating or equivalent, proven smash repair experience, keen attention to detail, reliability, safety mindset, and full working rights in Australia. Benefits include weekends off, overtime, your own bay, uniforms, I-CAR training, and a referral bonus up to $2,000. To apply, tailor your CV to show relevant repairs and highlight training and working rights.

Capital SMART is Australia and New Zealand's leading accident repair network, with 60+ sites and a reputation for setting the standard in smash repair technology. We're looking for a qualified Panel Beater to join our team on a full-time, permanent basis.

The Role

Monday to Friday, 7:00am – 4:30pm. You'll work in a modern, well-equipped workshop using industry-leading repair technology to bring damaged vehicles back to pre-accident condition — efficiently and to a high standard.

What you'll be doing:

• Repairing and straightening damaged vehicle bodies, panels, and frames
• Removing and replacing panels where repair is not viable
• Reading and interpreting repair methods and job cards
• Working to repair scope and time targets
• Maintaining quality standards at every stage of the repair process
• Operating workshop equipment safely and in line with procedures

What we're looking for:

• Completed apprenticeship in Panel Beating (or equivalent trade qualification)
• Proven experience in a smash repair environment
• Ability to work efficiently to scope without compromising quality
• Strong attention to detail
• Reliable, safety-conscious, and a solid team player
• Full working rights in Australia

What's on offer:

• Permanent full-time role — weekends off, every time
• Guaranteed overtime
• Your own spacious work bay
• Uniforms, tools of trade, and ongoing training
• I-CAR training and development pathways
• Weekly lunches and monthly team celebrations
• Staff discounts on parts and tools
• Referral bonus up to $2,000
• Promotion from within — we back people who want to grow
• Guaranteed Christmas shutdown

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