Fitter for Keilor Collisions Pty Ltd

Mygration Pty Ltd is engaged by our client located in Airport West, VIC, 3042 to recruit a skilled candidate for the following position: Fitter with a base salary range starting from $76,600 - $80,000 depending on skill level + SUPERANNUATION.

Family owned and operated since 1981, Keilor Collision Centre is at the forefront in motor vehicle smash repairs in the Northwestern region of Melbourne. Not only do they have a young, fresh approach to the way the smash repair industry operates but also focus on delivering workmanship and customer service of the highest quality. You can be apart of the team to by having experience with the following:

DUTIES:
• Installing and aligning metal panels, frames, and subassemblies to ensure proper fit and structural integrity of vehicles.
• Reading technical specifications, vehicle blueprints, and collision repair guides to determine materials, tools, and repair sequences.
• Using callipers, micrometres, and alignment tools to check gaps, contours, and dimensions of repaired body parts for accuracy.
• Modifying or fabricating replacement body panels by cutting, grinding, bending, and welding sheet metal to match factory specifications.
• Cutting, bending, and fitting pipes, hangers, and brackets for exhaust and fuel delivery systems.
• Configuring welding machines, frame straighteners, and hydraulic/pneumatic tools for specific repair tasks.
• Inspecting collision damage, identifying misalignments, and performing repairs on frames, suspension mounts, and unibody structures.
• Preparing damaged areas by sanding, filling, and priming before painting to match the vehicle’s original finish.
• Installing and aligning replacement parts – Mounting doors, fenders, bumpers, and other body components, ensuring proper gaps and flushness.

REQUIRMENTS:
• Certificate III or equivalent qualification.
• At least 1 years’ experience on the job.
• Proactive work ethic and desire for long term employment.
• Own transportation