Qualified Vehicle Spraypainter & Panelbeater

Qualified Vehicle Spraypainter & Panelbeater
Location: Johannesburg, Kempton Park
Salary: R30,000.00 per month

Position Overview:

National Luxury Buss company seeks a a Qualified Vehicle Spraypainter & Panelbeater with strong technical skills and experience working in high-volume workshops, ideally with heavy-duty vehicles such as coaches or trucks. The successful candidate must be dependable, detail-oriented, and capable of delivering high-quality work consistently in a professional and efficient environment.

Summary of Skills Required:

Tooling

Supply Management

Mechanical Inspection Tools

Technical Understanding

Attention to Detail

Dependability

Thoroughness

Verbal Communication

Documentation Skills

Inventory Control

Job Knowledge

Duties & Responsibilities

Job Function (including but not limited to):

• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Wear and maintain protective clothing at all times.
• Basic use and understanding of hand and power tools.
• Maintain spray booth in accordance with the manufacturers manual.
• Ensure filters are clean daily to allow for sufficient airflow.
• Conduct regular inspections on air supply equipment.
• Demonstrate solid knowledge of surface preparation.
• Use appropriate vehicle painting materials and techniques.
• Accurately mix and match paint colours.
• Remove paint imperfections using correct methods.
• Perform quality checks after each step of the process.
• Handle client or team complaints in the absence of the workshop manager.
• Mentor and support apprentices under your supervision.
• Report punctually and maintain accurate timekeeping.
• Ensure job cards are present and each vehicle is properly checked in.
• Conduct thorough quality checks throughout the repair and painting process.
• Adhere to workshop schedules and assist other team members when not assigned a task.
• Willing to work after hours and on weekends when required.

Desired Experience & Qualification

Minimum Requirements:

• RSA Citizen
• Minimum Grade 10
• Qualified Spray Painter/Panelbeater
• Valid Code EC or EC1 (04) License is advantageous
• 5+ years experience in a large workshop as a Spray Painter
• Experience working with coaches/trucks/heavy-duty vehicles is advantageous
• Must be highly motivated, possess strong communication skills, and be reliable and honest
• Must be willing to work standby shifts and weekends when needed