Edwards Coaches is looking for an experienced Spray Painter / Panel Beater to join the workshop team in Armidale. The work is primarily on the fleet of buses, along with aircraft preparation and spray painting for sister company Edwards Aviation, and occasional work on cars and trucks. The role involves taking responsibility for the day-to-day operation of the panel shop while working with and leading a small team.
Key responsibilities
Panel and body repairs to buses
Spray painting and refinishing
Accident repairs
Fibreglass and general body repairs
Aircraft preparation and spray painting
Preparation, sanding and masking
Occasional work on cars and trucks
Helping coordinate and lead a small team
Managing jobs through the dedicated panel shop
Ensuring the fleet is well presented and arranging detailing, repairs and cosmetic work as required
About you
Trade-qualified Spray Painter or Panel Beater ideally, particularly with experience across both areas
Formal qualifications not essential if you have developed the right skills through experience and can demonstrate capability of producing high-quality work
Can work independently and manage own jobs
Good practical panel repair and/or spray-painting skills
Comfortable working on larger vehicles
Can lead and work alongside a small team
Enjoys variety and willing to turn hand to different projects
About us
Edwards Coaches is a locally owned and operated business that has been operating for more than 70 years, with a fleet of over 50 vehicles. An established business with a solid focus on looking after equipment and people, with a long-term, stable team and very low staff turnover. The business is committed to remaining competitive on pay and recognises the value of good tradespeople.
A dedicated panel shop facility
Competitive pay reflecting experience and ability
Flexibility around working arrangements
A varied role working across buses, aircraft and other vehicles
The opportunity to take ownership of the panel shop and lead a small team
A workplace where quality workmanship is valued over simply getting the next job out the door