_{23rd June, 2026}

Location: Masterton
Type: Full-time / Permanent
Pay Range: $30-$38
Days: Monday - Friday
  
Our client operates a large fleet of vehicles and is committed to maintaining the highest standards of vehicle safety, reliability, and presentation. The Panel Beater / Coach Builder plays a vital role in ensuring fleet vehicles are repaired and maintained efficiently while meeting operational and safety requirements.
The Panel Beater / Coach Builder is responsible for undertaking vehicle panel repairs, touch-up painting, quality control, and associated maintenance activities. This role requires a commitment to quality workmanship, accurate record keeping, and adherence to health and safety standards.
  
Responsibilities will include:

• Undertaking vehicle panel repairs and touch-up painting work efficiently and economically.
  • Ensuring there is no unnecessary time spent on panel repairs or maintenance.
  • Completing job sheets accurately, including labour, parts used, and work completed.
  • Updating and checking vehicle fault sheets following repairs.
  • Reporting quality control concerns relating to vehicles.
  • Ordering parts and materials required to complete repair tasks.
  • Ensuring all work is completed to a high-quality standard.
  • Maintaining health and safety compliance in accordance with company policy.
  • Attending training conferences and seminars as required.
  • Maintaining workshop and office areas in a clean and safe condition.
  • Supporting workshop operations and carrying out additional duties as required.

  
Requirements:

• Minimum of 10 years' industry experience as a Panel Beater, Bus, Coach Builder, Truck & Trailer or similar.
  • Strong technical knowledge relevant to vehicle panel repair and coach building.
• With Mig Welding and fabrication, vehicle painting (Painting Booth, Spray painting), and Collision repairs
• Hold a Class 2 and Class 4 Driver Licence, or an equivalent overseas licence.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to meet English language requirements (PTE Academic score of 29 or IELTS overall band score of 4.0).
  • Ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels.
  • Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
  • Proactive, goal-oriented, and self-motivated approach to work.
  • Good planning, organisation, and time management skills.
  • Commitment to continuous learning and skills development.
  • Ability to work collaboratively within a workshop team environment.

  
To Apply
If you are an experienced Panel Beater / Coach Builder looking for an opportunity to join a professional fleet maintenance team, we encourage you to apply.
Please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience and why you are the ideal candidate for this position.
  
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