Bunbury, Western Australia Are you a qualified Body Builder looking for a stable career close to home?
Join the Swan Transit Bunbury workshop team and become part of a supportive local workforce maintaining the buses that keep our community moving.
We are looking for a skilled and motivated Panel Beater / Body Builder to join our Bunbury Depot on a full-time basis.
Whether you have experience in bus repairs, heavy vehicle body work, or automotive fabrication, we welcome you to apply.
At Swan Transit, we value our people and offer a supportive setting where your skills are recognised your career can grow and you can enjoy the benefits of working locally.
______________________ Benefits on Offer: $110k-$120k per year depending on experience and qualifications.
Tool allowance provided to support your day-to-day work.
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Overtime opportunities available.
Work and live in beautiful Bunbury, enjoying a regional lifestyle close to home.
Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – 24/7 support for you and your family.
Supportive team culture with employee recognition, staff incentives and family friendly events.
BEST Conditions – Industry-leading workplace standards.
Onshore 482 VISA holders welcome!
Must be in Western Australia.
______________________________________________________ Role Responsibility: Reporting to the Workshop Manager, you will be responsible for maintaining and repairing our bus fleet including: Carrying out body repairs, panel replacement, straightening and minor steel fabrication.
Completing accident repairs and general maintenance as required.
Preforming Pre-inspection and ensuring vehicles meet licencing requirements.
Supporting workshop operations when required.
Following all company safety policies, procedures and quality standards.
Completing other duties consistent with the requirements of the role.
Selection Criteria:



About you - We're looking for someone with: A recognised trade qualification and experience as a Panel Beater, Body Builder Fabricator or similar trade.
Experience in vehicle body repairs, fabrication or heavy vehicle repairs (bus, truck or similar industries highly regarded).
A current C class driver's licence or higher (MR licence desirable, but not essential).
A strong commitment to workplace health and safety.
A positive, team focused attitude and willingness to support workshop operations.
The ability to meet pre-employment requirements, including medical assessment and National Police Clearance.
A full copy of the JDF for this position will be provided upon request.
Why Swan Transit?
Swan Transit, as part of the Kelsian Group Limited, is a leading public transport provider in Australia, London, and Singapore.
With over 9,000 employees, we proudly deliver integrated, sustainable, and reliable transport services to over 207 million customers annually.
We foster an inclusive, supportive, and dynamic workplace where diversity is celebrated, and every team member can thrive.
We aim to provide meaningful and sustainable employment opportunities that are free from barriers, support and celebrate the diverse talents of our team members, improve awareness of the value of diversity and inclusion across our organisation, and enable our leaders to champion diversity and inclusion.
We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTQIA+, people with disability and people from diverse cultural backgrounds.
________________________________________ Ready to Join Us?
If this sounds like the opportunity for you, we'd love to hear from you!
Apply Now: Send your Cover Letter and Resume to: ****** Please note: Due to a high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
**We kindly request no unsolicited resumes or approaches from Recruitment Agencies.
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📌 Full Time Panel Beater / Body Builder (Bunbury)
🏢 Swan Transit
📍 Bunbury