Panelbeater - Joostenbergvlakte at Value Logistics

Purpose of the Job

• Repairing of accident-damaged vehicles and Equipment.

Roles & Responsibility

• Read the job card/quotation to establish what work needs to be done
• Check the vehicle against the job card/quotation and establish what parts are to be ordered
• Check for additional damage
• Order the necessary parts
• Carry out repairs whilst maintaining the required high standards
• Follow up on the parts ordered
• Check that the parts ordered are correct and not damaged
• Ensure that all parts to be painted go with the vehicle to the paint shop
• Strip and assemble the vehicle
• Make sure that all panel alignment and fitment of parts are correct
• Recheck the entire job, make sure the work is done and is of a high standard
• Do a physical check that the vehicle is roadworthy
• Check the assistant’s work
• Advise, assist, teach and manage the assistant
• Liaise with the Foreman, Estimator, Manager
• Drive cost savings, and repair instead of ordering items where possible
• Ensure that tools and equipment are looked after and kept in good working condition
• Ensure that the productivity and efficiency is at an acceptable standard
• Maintain professional conduct
• Assist in relevant operations/operational functions as required
• Ensure the dress code is in accordance with company Standard Operating Procedures
• Maintain housekeeping standards on a daily basis
• Ensure standards of Health and Safety are maintained

Minimum Requirements

• Grade 12 (Matric)
• Qualified Panelbeater

Skilled Required

• Able to execute panel beating functions
• Able to identify hazards and handle them with direct instructions/guidance in place
• Able to apply business principles and processes applicable to own work area/environment under general supervision
• Able to apply basic Health and Safety procedures relevant to own work functions under direct supervision

Personal Attributes

• Ability to work under pressure
• Committed
• Proactive
• Sense of urgency
• Energetic
• Team player
• Self motivated

Knowledge

• Fair knowledge of business principles relating to panelbeating
• Knowledge of basic Health and Safety procedures applicable to own job functions
• Understands the importance of Health and Safety
• Has sound knowledge of the services offered by the organisation and to whom
• Understands the business environment in which the organisation operates