Qualified Spray Painter & Vehicle Prepper

About the Business

Bendigo Accident Repair Centre is one of the largest and longest‑established repair facilities in Bendigo, proudly family‑owned and operated for over 45 years.

We service Bendigo, Central Victoria and surrounding communities, delivering high‑quality vehicle repairs with integrity and care. Our success is built on strong industry knowledge, trusted partnerships, and—most importantly—our people. We believe in treating our team with respect, valuing their skills, and creating a workplace where people genuinely care about the work they do and the people they work with.

About the Roles

Due to continued growth and consistent workflow, we are seeking an experienced Qualified Spray Painter and/or Vehicle Prepper to join our established team.

Spray Painter duties may include:

• Vehicle refinishing to a high standard

• Preparation and priming as required

• Mixing and matching paint colours

• De‑nibbing, cut and polish

• Quality control from preparation to completion

Vehicle Prepper duties may include:

• Vehicle preparation, masking and priming

• Assisting the paint team to maintain workflow

• Maintaining clean, organised work areas

• Supporting quality outcomes across the paint process

About You

We’re looking for motivated professionals who take pride in their trade and want stable, long‑term employment.

You will have:

• Trade qualification (Spray Painter – Certificate III Automotive Refinishing Technology)

• 3–5+ years experience in collision repair or spray painting (spray painters)

• Previous experience in a collision repair environment (preppers)

• Pride in workmanship and strong attention to detail

• High‑quality preparation and paint refinish skills

• Ability to work confidently both unsupervised and within a team

• Strong work ethic, reliability and punctuality

• Willingness to work overtime when required

• Commitment to quality control, housekeeping and safe work practices

• Unrestricted Australian work rights

What We Offer

• Guaranteed, steady work volume

• Above‑award wages for suitable candidates

• A supportive, well‑run workshop with clear systems

• Career growth opportunities

• A family‑owned business where you are treated as a person, not a number

• A team culture built on respect, accountability and passion for cars

• Workplace flexibility to support work–life balance

How to Apply

Email your application to hr•@bendigoaccident.com.au
or call our office on 13•• ••• 351 and ask to speak with Brenton or Gary

All enquiries are treated in the strictest confidence