Location: No. 1 Akaka Road, Ode Remo, Ogun State, Nigeria Employment Type: Full-Time
We are seeking a skilled and experienced Panel Beater with strong practical knowledge of engineering and automobile body repair processes. The successful candidate will be responsible for repairing, reshaping, aligning, and replacing vehicle body panels and structural components to meet approved manufacturing specifications and quality standards.
- Repair, reshape, and restore damaged vehicle body panels and components.
- Carry out dent removal, panel alignment, straightening, cutting, and fitting.
- Fabricate, modify, and replace body panels where necessary.
- Interpret engineering drawings, technical specifications, and vehicle body designs.
- Use panel-beating tools, hydraulic equipment, measuring instruments, and other workshop machinery safely.
- Assist with vehicle body assembly and fitting during production.
- Inspect repaired panels to ensure proper alignment, dimensions, and finishing quality.
- Identify defects in body components and recommend appropriate corrective actions.
- Work closely with welders, painters, finishers, production technicians, and quality-control personnel.
- Follow approved engineering specifications and manufacturing procedures.
- Maintain tools and equipment in good working condition and report faults promptly.
- Observe workplace safety procedures and maintain a clean, organized work area.
- Minimize material wastage and ensure efficient use of workshop resources.
Qualifications & Requirements
- Minimum of SSCE/WAEC/NECO, Trade Test Certificate, NABTEB, or qualification from a Technical College.
- Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in panel beating, automobile body repair, or vehicle manufacturing.
- Strong practical knowledge of engineering and automobile body construction is mandatory.
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications.
- Good knowledge of vehicle body structures, panel alignment, dent removal, cutting, fitting, and fabrication.
- Experience using panel-beating tools, hydraulic equipment, measuring instruments, and basic welding equipment.
- Ability to identify body defects and ensure repairs meet required quality standards.
- Knowledge of workshop safety procedures and the proper use of personal protective equipment.
- Good attention to detail, manual dexterity, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet production deadlines.