Apprentice Panel Beater

Recar Townsville is a renowned brand in the heavy vehicle smash repair industry and is a division under AMA Group - Heavy Motors. With a prominent establishment in the automotive industry and a loyal customer base, Recar is known as the go to for everything from minor mechanical repairs to complete hand-finished re-builds and heavy towing and salvage, we do the lot!

Recar has a strong reputation for excellence and innovation and is dedicated to providing top-notch services and solutions for heavy motor vehicles. Our facility is a bustling hub of activity, with experienced panel beaters, mechanics, body builders, fabricators, spray painters, chassis aligners and electricians working together as a cohesive team. The atmosphere is one of camaraderie and collaboration, where everyone's skills and expertise are valued and appreciated.

The Opportunity

We have an exciting opportunity for Apprentice Panel Beater to join the team at Recar Townsville.

As an Apprentice Panel Beater, you will work under the guidance of experienced Panel Beaters to learn the skills and techniques required to produce high quality finishes on heavy vehicles.

Role responsibilities

As an Apprentice Panel Beate at Recar Townsville, you will learn:

• Repairing and replacing damaged bodywork on trucks, buses and trailers, using welding and cutting techniques and specialised equipment
• Disassembling vehicles
• Labelling parts and storing accordingly
• Checking new parts are correct and not damaged
• Reassembling vehicle as per Job Sheet

You will be required to:

• Follow all safety policies and procedures, ensuring appropriate PPE is worn at all times
• Handle all company tools and equipment with due care and attention ensuring they remain safe, clean and in a workable condition
• Complete all course theory work by the due date as required

Does this sound like you?  

• Willingness to learn and take direction: You will need to follow instructions from experienced staff and be open to learning new techniques and skills
• Strong work ethic and reliability: We are looking for someone who will be punctual, dependable, and willing to work hard
• Genuine desire, commitment and enthusiasm to build a career in the heavy motor rep

We know that sometimes people need non-standard work hours and would be happy to discuss the options available in this role, or similar roles across our business. 

Benefits

• Reward & recognition
• Career development and training
• Referral bonus for recommending a friend to work with us
• Discounts on parts and tools
• Uniforms
• 24/7 professional counselling for Team members and their immediate families 

We champion our Team, because it’s our people that set us apart and drive our business' success. We focus on individual strengths and value differences to bring the best out of people, enhancing their skills and capabilities to build fulfilling careers.

AMA Group is an equal opportunity employer. We are dedicated to finding the best fit for every role. All qualified applications will be considered regardless of gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, disability, or sexual orientation.

No matter who you are, if you have the drive and talent to progress, when you’re part of our Team, you’re going places - APPLY NOW.