Panel beater
Perfection Panels

Perfection Panels is a well-established automotive repair shop in Fairfield, know for high-quality workmanship and attention to detail. Specialising in panel beating, spray painting, and smash repairs, the team take pride in restoring vehicles to perfection.
This placement offers hands-on experience in an automotive workshop, supporting qualified panel beaters and technicians with the day-to-day tasks involved in vehicle repairs and restoration.
At Perfection Panels, you’ll learn from skilled tradespeople, see what it’s really like to bring damaged cars back to life.

Skills You Might Learn

• Introduction to panel beating and smash repair techniques.
• Workshop safety and use of personal protective equipment (PPE)
• Understanding vehicle structure and repair processes
• Professional conduct in a trade environment
• Importance of teamwork and communication in a workshop

Typical Tasks & Duties

Tasks may include:
• Assisting with basic panel preparation (sanding, taping, cleaning)
• Learning how dents and damages are assessed and repaired.
• Observing the use of tools and machinery (grinders, sanders, etc.)
• Supporting workshop cleaning and maintenance
• Shadowing qualified tradespeople and learning safety procedures.
It's important for work placement students to ask questions, seek guidance, and follow instructions from their supervisors to ensure they are performing their duties safely and effectively.

Student Requirements

Students must have a keen interest in learning the panel beating trade and are expected to be on time, possess good work ethics and ready to work safely in a team.
The student will be mature and prepared to go the extra mile. They will also need to show enthusiasm and an interest to learn new skills. They need to be focused and able to listen to instructions and follow through with instructions to complete a task.

Dress Requirements

Work boots and appropriate work clothes

Special Transport Requirements

Easy access to Bus 250 and 510

RELATED COURSES INCLUDE

• AUR20520 - Certificate II in Automotive Servicing Technology
• AUR20716 - Certificate II in Automotive Vocational Preparation
• AUR20720 - Certificate II in Automotive Vocational Preparation
• AUR20920 - Certificate II in Automotive Body Repair Technology
• AUR32116 - Certificate III in Automotive Body Repair Technology
• AUR32416 - Certificate III in Automotive Refinishing Technology