Qualified Panel Beater & Apprentice Spray Painter

Inkerman Panels, a well-established and highly respected automotive repair centre in St Kilda, is looking for an experienced and qualified Panel Beater and a motivated Apprentice Spray Painter to join our team.

As part of the AMA Group, Australia's leading collision repair network, we offer the stability of a national company combined with the supportive culture of a close-knit workshop.

Conveniently located close to Melbourne's CBD, our workshop offers a great working environment with secure on-site parking and a strong team culture focused on quality workmanship and continuous improvement.

• Competitive pay for the right candidate
• Flexible start and finish times with a standard Monday to Friday schedule
• Relocation assistance available for the right candidate
• Ongoing training and career development opportunities within AMA Group
• A supportive and experienced team environment
• Modern tools, equipment, and repair technology
• Reward and recognition programs
• Employee referral bonus program
• Discounts on parts and tools
• Company uniforms
• 24/7 professional counselling and wellbeing support for employees and their immediate families

• Assess received parts to ensure accuracy and condition
• Disassemble vehicles in line with job sheet instructions
• Carry out repairs in accordance with OEM repair methods and company standards
• Reassemble vehicles following completion of repairs
• Maintain a high level of care and attention when handling customer vehicles
• Ensure company tools and equipment are maintained in a clean and safe working condition
• Follow workplace health and safety procedures including the use of appropriate PPE

• Assist Spray Painters with vehicle preparation, masking, sanding and priming
• Learn paint mixing and colour matching techniques
• Support the paint team to achieve quality outcomes and production targets
• Maintain a clean and organised work area
• Follow all workplace health and safety procedures
• Demonstrate a willingness to learn and develop trade skills

• Qualified and experienced Panel Beater (essential)
• Strong commitment to workplace safety
• High level of attention to detail and workmanship
• Ability to work efficiently within a team environment

• Genuine interest in the automotive repair industry
• Positive attitude and strong work ethic
• Reliable, punctual and motivated to learn
• Ability to work well in a team environment
• Commitment to quality workmanship and workplace safety

At AMA Group, our people are the key to our success. We value individual strengths, encourage professional growth, and provide opportunities to build rewarding long-term careers within the collision repair industry.

If you are looking for a secure role with an industry leader and a workshop that values quality and teamwork, we encourage you to apply.

Whether you're an experienced tradesperson or looking to start your career in the collision repair industry, we'd love to hear from you. APPLY now or call Kate on 0438 259 ***.