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Overview
Body Builder
* $38.74 - $43.71 per hour
* $110,000+ Earning Potential
* Dedicated employee benefit programs
What We Offer
* Earning Potential: $110,000 - $130,000+ including reasonable overtime loading and generous allowances Inclusive of super
* $38.74 - $43.71 per hour, depending on skills and experience
* Tool Allowance: $17.90 payable weekly
* Attendance Allowance: $32 payable on rostered worked hours
* Annual Leave: loading of 17.5%
* Ongoing Training and Development: Including in‑house Heavy Vehicle Brake courses presented by a registered TAFE teacher.
* Exposure to Advanced Technologies: Work on a range of vehicles, including Euro 5 & 6 technologies.
* Licence Upgrade Opportunities: Upgrade from a car licence to MR licence, with costs covered by the company.
* Career Progression: The chance to fulfil higher duties or undertake additional roles.
* Benefit Programs: Fitness passport, Novated Lease options, Employee Assistance Programs and more
* Team Environment: Work in a close knit, team‑oriented environment with quarterly BBQs to celebrate together.
* Employee Referral Programs: Opportunity to earn a cash bonus for successfully referring qualified candidates for selected positions.
* Employee OPAL card: Providing free travel on the Opal network for employees.
Role Responsibilities
* Assess damage to the bus body panels and structures, providing accurate estimates for repair work.
* Remove and replace damaged panels, hoods, fenders, and other body components using hand and power tools.
* Straighten and repair bent or damaged frame and body structure ensuring it complies with OEM specifications; perform welding and fabrication work as needed to restore structure.
* Blend and finish repaired areas to prepare for painting, ensuring a smooth and uniform finish.
* Undertake the preparation and cleaning of all surfaces prior to any paint application, including filing, grinding and sanding the body of a vehicle to restore a smooth vehicle surface.
* Provide all body structural, accident damage and associated repairs, service and maintenance to vehicles as required.
* Work on associated components to complete tasks within the skill level of the position.
* Provide maintenance, preparation, replacement and repairs to all vehicle body components, panels, frames and door systems.
* Manufacture, service and fit vehicle components constructed from such materials as aluminum, timber, steel, stainless steel, glass, fiberglass, sealing and bonding materials.
* Demonstrate and maintain clean workshop practices in your day‑to‑day role and ensure practice meets high standards held by the Workshops team.
* Ensure all maintenance and repairs are performed according to company policies and procedures and are recorded on the designated forms and documents.
* Maintain and perform all workshop practices in accordance with Workplace Health and Safety (WHS) regulations.
About Us
Busways is the largest Australian‑owned bus operator and most experienced Australian bus specialist, delivering high‑performing transport services since 1942. As the first choice for real‑world solutions, we provide public bus services on behalf of state governments. Our team of 2,800 operates 1,350 buses and 47 million journeys annually.
The Successful Applicant Will
* Hold the relevant trade qualifications (MVTC) essential.
* Certificate III in Automotive Body Repair Technology.
* Proven experience as a Body Builder/Panel Beater, particularly with larger vehicles.
* Have experience in the service and maintenance of vehicles (training provided to develop these skills).
* Strong knowledge of bus body construction repair techniques including welding and metalworking.
* Ensure adherence to WHS regulations and relevant company policies.
* Possess strong verbal and written communication skills.
* Have experience working in a team environment on daily maintenance and repair schedules.
* Apply a proactive approach with a drive for continuous improvement.
* Be physically fit to carry out the necessities of the role.
* Be willing to undergo a pre‑employment medical check, and working with children check.
* Be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or have unrestricted working rights in Australia.
* Hold a current unrestricted Australian driver's licence issued by the relevant State.
Highly Regarded but Not Necessary
* Medium Rigid (MR) or above Australian driver licence.
Apply Now
If you believe this is the perfect role for you, please apply by submitting a resume and a cover letter that specifically addresses your suitability to the role. Individual applications will be processed as soon as they are received. Applications can be submitted by clicking 'Apply Now' or sending an email to
For any queries about the role please contact the Regional Assets Manager, Fleet: Troy Newell on .
Busways is committed to being an Equal Opportunity Employer, with a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. We encourage applications from all individuals, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and those from diverse social, cultural, and gender backgrounds.
No agency applications, please.
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