
Posted 3 months ago
Panel Beater - Swanson
AI Summary
An experienced Panel Beater performs proactive and active maintenance, working with flat and formed fiberglass, fitting floor coverings, and carrying out minor paint and seat cover repairs.
About this role
The Opportunity
We are looking for an experienced Panel Beater to join our Swanson crew on a permanent basis.
This role is a variety of proactive and active maintenance. Involving working with both flat and formed fiberglass, affixing various floor coverings including carpet and solid vinyl, minor paint repairs and seat cover repairs, amongst other tasks.
About Us
Ritchies is one of Aotearoa New Zealand’s leading passenger transport companies with a team of more than 3,000 people providing coach and charter services right across the country.
We partner with regional councils and schools to supply public transport services as well as offering a range of bus and coach hire services to businesses and the general public. You would be joining us at an exciting time in Ritchies’ history as we gear up to decarbonise our fleet and move to a more sustainable public transport model.
About You
You are looking for a change, you want to work for a company that values your skills and work ethic and you’re ready to make the move!
You take pride in your work; you’re a team player and you don’t hesitate to ‘go the extra mile’ to get tasks completed in a timely manner.
You follow instructions and do the right thing. You’re comfortable working by yourself and have a strong level of written and spoken English.
Your Skills
- Coachbuilding or practical experience in a similar industry
- Eye for detail
- Self motivated
- Sound judgement and common sense
- Team player
- Excellent communicator
- Organised
- Flexible
- Reliable
What you get
• Supportive team
• Career progression opportunities
• Fortnightly Pay
• All relevant PPE provided
Want to learn more? Just ask us.
We are an equal opportunities employer, that focuses heavily on Health and Safety. As such, our pre-employment checks include drug testing, Ministry of Justice checks and reference checking.
Candidates for this position must be in New Zealand have the right to work in New Zealand at the time of application.
To be considered for this role, please apply through the link below with a cover letter and copy of your most recent CV.
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