Panel Beater/Painter

The Opportunity
Join our Moorebank team supporting Australia’s Defence Force. In this role, you will perform panel beating and painting tasks for the maintenance and repair of vehicles, plant, and equipment.

Duties include repairing metal, plastic, and fibreglass bodywork, refitting components, and testing electrical systems (including ignition, charging, lighting, ABS, and body management systems). You will also carry out abrasive blasting, apply protective coatings, and inspect paint finishes.

You will operate a range of tools and equipment, including hand and power tools, precision instruments, and diagnostic devices, and assist with non-mechanical maintenance tasks as required.

What’s on Offer?

• Permanent position, offering job stability for the next 5 years minimum.
• Excellent work/life balance with the ability to elect for paid overtime.
• Opportunities to upskill - Defence specific training on offer.
• Join an environment where career progression is always promoted.
• Supportive management and positive team environment.
• Access to employee benefits such as corporate travel discounts, novated leases, private health discounts, credit discounts and more.
• Access to a variety of Health and Wellness initiatives - including the EAP, Ventia's Healthy Minds program and Healthy Bodies program.

Key Accountabilities

• Repair, replace, and refit damaged panels and components
• Restore vehicle bodies and chassis to manufacturer specifications
• Carry out welding, alignment, filling, sanding, and finishing
• Remove and reinstall mechanical and auto-electrical components
• Prepare, mix, and apply paints, primers, and finishes
• Complete touch-ups, polishing, and final detailing
• Assist with custom builds and vehicle signage
• Ensure all work meets quality and safety standards
• Accurately complete job cards and report additional faults
• Apply rust-proofing treatments

About You:

• Eligible to obtain and maintain a Defence Security Clearance up to Negative Vetting Level 1 (NV1). Due to this requirement, applicants must be Australian Citizens.
• Hold a recognised Trade Certificate III (Vehicle Body – Panel Beating or Industrial Spray Painting).
• Hold a current C class driver’s licence.
• Demonstrated experience in inspecting and repairing damage to motor vehicles and mechanical equipment.
• Proven ability to operate airless spray painting equipment and use dry abrasive blasting equipment.
• Basic knowledge of hazardous material removal processes.
• Ability to quickly learn and effectively use proprietary software relevant to the role.
• Basic understanding of Computerised Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS).

About Ventia
Ventia is a leading infrastructure services company, operating across Australia and New Zealand. Our clients are the owners and operators of assets that are critical to our local communities. We pride ourselves on working smart, safely and sustainably, harnessing the latest technologies and brightest minds. With a diverse and proud heritage, we have a track record of delivering essential services to the communities in which we operate. 

Diversity  
Ventia is enriched by the diverse experiences, talents and cultures that our people bring to the organisation, while celebrating and respecting the communities we operate in. We are committed to providing a safe and positive environment that provides equal opportunities for individuals of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTQIA+, Women, Veterans and spouses and people with disabilities.    

How to apply  
If you are looking to expand your career with a business that rewards and values its employees, please apply below by clicking on the apply now button.    

Position Reference Number: 167110