Panel Beater


About the Role

Are you an experienced Panel Beater with a passion for repairing and restoring trucks, trailers, and heavy vehicles? Join our modern, fully equipped workshop in Burton, South Australia where you’ll work alongside a supportive and skilled team. Your expertise will play a key role in keeping commercial vehicles on the road and in top condition.

What you’ll be doing:

  • Carrying out high-quality panel repairs, replacements, and alignments on truck bodies and trailers.
  • Straightening chassis frames and panels using modern repair methods and equipment.
  • Sanding, grinding, filling, and preparing surfaces for paintwork.
  • Dismantling and reassembling vehicles in line with job sheets and OEM standards.
  • Inspecting and verifying all parts to ensure they meet quality requirements.
  • Maintaining a safe, clean, and organised workspace, while using tools and equipment responsibly.
  • Collaborating with your team and supervisors to deliver outstanding results.
  • Always following WHS procedures and using the correct PPE.

What you’ll bring:

  • Trade qualification as a Panel Beater (light or heavy vehicle experience highly regarded).
  • Strong commitment to safety and high-quality workmanship.
  • Excellent attention to detail and pride in your craft.
  • Ability to manage tasks, meet deadlines, and work well within a team environment
  • Current driver’s licence.

What We Offer: 

  • Top industry rates – we pay what you're worth
  • Exciting opportunity to work on high-precision projects
  • Stable full-time hours = steady, reliable income
  • Career development opportunities in a growing organisation
  • Family-owned business that values safety, support, and inclusivity.

About Us:

Established in 1978, the Northeast Auto Group is a national award-winning automotive retail and service organisation employing 630 people in SA, VIC, QLD, NSW and NT.

We deliver a complete customer experience through multiple business units to provide the highest quality of service and innovative solutions. Our group of companies include Northeast Paint and Panel, Light and Heavy vehicle dealerships, Engineering and Manufacturing division, Agricultural and Construction Equipment Solutions partnering with renowned and reputable OEM brands across the nation.

We are a high-performance business. Our success is built on hard work and skilfulness. We employ the best, and we invest in our people to make sure their knowledge is second-to-none. We go the extra mile, and we will always deliver.

Ready to make the move?
Accelerate your career and apply now.

Need more info before you apply?

Feel free to call or text Leigh Rolton on 0429 463 390 or email leigh.rolton@northeastauto.com.au – happy to chat!

*Please note that as part of the recruitment process you may be requested to undergo various pre-employment checks, such as a Right to Work in Australia Check, National Criminal Police Check or a Pre-Employment Medical and random drug and alcohol testing throughout employment.

Northeast Auto Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes applications from a diverse range of backgrounds to apply for our positions. Northeast Auto Group is committed to creating an inclusive work environment for all employees.

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Full Time Flat Rate

Job no: GSAQ50608

Location: Burton

Closing Date: Wednesday, 1 October 2025