Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated Panel Beater to join our team and contribute to our mission of fostering a positive work environment.

Company Overview: Hesu Investment Ltd is licensed under Tanzania Revenue Authority to operate ICD facility since 2012. Its well-located depot site includes 9 acres of paved yard; with the capacity to store 3800 Twenty Foot equivalent units (TEUS) stacked 5 high. Our Vision is to establish ourselves as the leading Container and Transport Logistics provider, our Mission is to exceed our client’s needs by consistently improving our quality services. Our team is comprised of talented individuals who are driven to achieve excellence in ICD, CFS Industry.

          Job Summary:

A Panel Beater is a skilled tradesperson who specializes in repairing the bodywork of vehicles. They work primarily with cars, trucks, and other vehicles to restore them to their original condition after accidents, wear, or damage. Panel beaters use a variety of tools and techniques to straighten and repair vehicle panels, remove dents, and replace damaged parts. Their tasks often involve using hand tools, power tools, and sometimes welding equipment to ensure the vehicle’s exterior is smooth, aligned, and properly restored. The role requires both manual dexterity and a keen eye for detail.

Duties and responsibilities of panel beater.

• Assessing vehicles for damage and providing quotes and insurance reports.
• Removing damaged parts.
• Using specialist tools and machinery e.g. Hydraulic, gas equipment and pneumatic saws.
• Straightening damaged panel or creating new ones.
• Filling holes and hammering dents out of panel.
• Spraying panels with paint to match the colour.
• Normal colour vision.
• Physically able to operate machinery and tools as required.
• Attend scheduled preventive maintenance as per company recommendations and guidelines.
• Ensure the working environment is clean and safe.

Skills Required:

Technical Skills:

• Proficiency with a wide range of tools (e.g., welding equipment, grinders, sanding tools, frame-straightening machines).
• Experience in panel repair, metalworking, and finishing.
• Strong knowledge of vehicle body systems and structures.

Problem-Solving Skills:

• Ability to assess damage, determine repair requirements, and choose the best course of action.

Attention to Detail: o Precision is critical, especially when aligning or painting vehicle panels.

Physical Stamina:

• The job may require lifting heavy parts, bending, kneeling, and working in uncomfortable positions for extended periods.

Communication:

• Good communication skills to explain repair processes and timelines to customers and work effectively with other team members.

Time Management:

• Ability to work efficiently under pressure to meet deadlines and customer expectations.

Qualifications

• Diploma in mechanical engineering, Automotive or any equivalent field.
• Experience as an apprentice or working in a repair shop is often required.
• 3+ years of on-the-on panel beater is beneficial to gain expertise in handling a variety of vehicle makes and models.

Interested candidates are encouraged to submit a resume and cover letter outlining their qualifications and interest in the position to recruitment@hesu.co.tz

Application Deadline: 24th December 2024 Equal Opportunity Employer:

Hesu Inv. Ltd is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment.