Kangaroo Bus Lines (KBL) is a proudly family-owned and operated business with over 47 years of experience in the transport industry. With more than 160 buses and coaches and depots across South East Queensland, we continue to grow and invest in our people, facilities and fleet.
We are currently seeking reliable and hands-on Labourers, Trade Assistants and Fabricators to join our in-house Paint & Panel Workshop at our Burpengary Depot.
This is a practical, workshop-based role supporting the repair, restoration and ongoing upkeep of our bus fleet. You'll work alongside our experienced maintenance team, assisting with a variety of paint, panel and fabrication tasks.
If you enjoy hands-on work, take pride in the quality of your work and are keen to learn and develop your skills, we'd love to hear from you.
Previous experience in coach, motorbody, automotive, fabrication or similar work will be highly regarded.
Key Responsibilities
Assist tradespeople with panel repairs, fabrication and general workshop tasks
Support paint and panel repairs following accidents, damage or general wear and tear
Carry out cutting, grinding, sanding and preparation work
Assist with welding and general fabrication tasks
Prepare buses and components for painting, including cleaning, masking and basic preparation
Assist with the repair and upkeep of our bus fleet
Complete general labouring duties around the workshop and depot as required
Maintain a clean, safe and organised work environment
Follow workplace health and safety procedures at all times
Work as part of a team to ensure work is completed safely and to a high standard
What We're Looking For




We're looking for someone who is:
Reliable, punctual and has a strong work ethic
Practical and confident using basic hand and workshop tools
Comfortable performing physical and hands-on work
Able to work well as part of a team
Takes pride in delivering quality work
Willing to learn and develop new skills
Experienced in coach, motorbody, automotive, fabrication or similar work (highly regarded)
What We Offer
Stable, ongoing work with a well-established and growing transport company
Modern workshop facilities and a well-maintained fleet
Supportive team environment with opportunities to develop your skills
Onsite shower and locker facilities
Competitive, skills-based hourly rate
The opportunity to work on a diverse fleet of buses and coaches
Ready to Join KBL?
If you're reliable, motivated and enjoy hands-on work, we'd love to hear from you.
Whether you're an experienced Fabricator or Trade Assistant, have a background in automotive or coach repairs, or are looking to build your skills in a workshop environment, this is a great chance to become part of the KBL maintenance team.
Kangaroo Bus Lines is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer
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Our people represent the diverse community we service, and we welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and people from diverse social, cultural and gender backgrounds.
We are committed to providing a safe, supportive and inclusive working environment that encourages new ideas, different perspectives and continuous improvement.
Each application will be considered on its merits.
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📌 Panel Shop Trade Assistant/Labourer - Fabricator (Queensland)
🏢 Kangaroo Bus Lines
📍 Queensland