Bus Body Repairer / Panel Beater

ABOUT VOLGREN:

Volgren was established in 1977 and is Australia’s largest and most successful bus body builder. We operate three manufacturing facilities located in Queensland, Victoria and Western Australia, along with Aftersales facilities across five states — Victoria, Queensland, Western Australia, New South Wales and South Australia. 

Volgren is part of the Marcopolo Group – a Brazilian Bus Manufacturer. It has a manufacturing presence in 12 countries, employing more than 14,000 people.

Volgren builds bus bodies for the world’s leading chassis manufacturer’s including Volvo, Scania, Mercedes, MAN and most recently we delivered Western Australia’s 100th ‘E’ bus on the Volvo chassis.

Our uncompromising manufacturing standards, class leading technology and our unmatched after sales service ensure our customers can trust in our product.

Our focus is on providing a safe working environment and learning opportunities to passionate individuals who are ready to grow with us. We are committed to supporting progress, transformation and skill development while offering the opportunity to be part of the future of transport through the manufacture of Electric Vehicles. We are a team of people who love what we do, champion ideas and innovation, support one another and strive for quality.

Our values include:

• Respect and Appreciation of People
• Commitment to Excellence
• Customer Satisfaction
• Ethics and Integrity
• Sustainability
• Teamwork

BENEFITS:

• The opportunity to build on your current skills and open further doors in the manufacturing industry.
• Continue to be a part of a growth orientated global organisation.
• Local and international career opportunities with Volgren Australia and Marcopolo
• Ability to work within a close team environment
• Opportunity to travel interstate
• Be part of the National Incentive Program
• 24/7 Free access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Free onsite parking available
• Monthly RDO

ABOUT THE ROLE:

Volgren Australia is the current market leader in Bus Manufacturing and After Sales support.

Our focus is to provide a safe working environment with multiple opportunities for passionate and enthusiastic people. Our vision is to provide the best innovative products and After Sales support for our customers to keep their fleet moving.

We are seeking an experienced Bus Body Repairer / Panel Beater for our After Sales Centre located in Ingleburn NSW.

Previous experience in heavy vehicle smash repairs, manufacturing, servicing and accident repair is required.

The ideal applicant will have the opportunity to work out of state-of-the-art modern facilities for a nationwide company with multinational ties.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Bolting, screwing, riveting and welding sections together to form complete frameworks
• Cutting and shaping panels of sheet metal, aluminium and reinforced plastic and attaching to frameworks using hand and power tools
• Modifying assembly line vehicles to special requirements
• Preparing new vehicle trim work according to drawings and sketches, and removing old coverings and fittings from vehicles and taking new measurements
• Selecting and cutting pieces of fabric, vinyl and leather and sewing pieces together using heavy-duty sewing machines
• Installing internal trim in vehicles such as lining, floor coverings and armrests
• Attaching door trims, rubber seals, locks and handles
• Studying blueprints, drawings and specifications to determine job requirements
• Aligning parts to be joined using hand tools and measuring instruments
• Joining metal sections using various welding techniques, bolting and riveting
• Use tools to make or repair parts and products
• Framing and fitting hardware based on different on specifications
• Keep a clean and tidy workspace
• Identify and defective items and handle according to established procedures
• Follow all relevant safety guidelines and procedures
• Read and interpret drawings and written instructions

COMPETENCIES:

• Previous exposure and experience in a vehicle manufacturing/service environment will be highly regarded.

This position also requires the applicant to undertake a pre-employment medical which includes a drug and alcohol analysis, musculoskeletal evaluation and hearing test

Applicants must have the right to work and live in Australia.

Our Diversity and Inclusion Commitment:

Volgren is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to attracting and developing an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects the community we serve. 

As an Inclusive employer we welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds such as Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people from Indigenous Business Sectors, people of all genders including those who identify as LGBTQIA, people with a disability and from disability enterprises, people from Sustainable Regions, Disadvantaged Sectors and Social Enterprises and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

We are committed to treating every application objectively, follow a coherent screening and interview process and we hire based on attitude, skill and merit.

**PLEASE NOTE: Due to a high volume of applicants, only short listed candidates will be contacted.*