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Thanks for reaching out to Women In Collision Repair and Smart Trade Solutions LTD, we look forward to hearing from you and will reply as soon as possible.
Message Women in Collision Repair
Thanks for reaching out to Women In Collision Repair and Smart Trade Solutions LTD, we look forward to hearing from you and will reply as soon as possible.
He mea hou koe ki tēnei kaupapa?
New to Collision Repair?
Learn about
The Collision Repair industry
The Collison Repair industry is a subsidiary of the Automotive Industry. In simple terms, Collision Repair is concentrated on the repair and/or restoration of the body of the vehicle.
It includes two pathways which have traditionally been referred to as “Panel Beater” (Collision Repair Technician) or “Vehicle Painter” (Automotive Refinisher). The industry is progressive, evolving, high tech, fast paced, global and full of awesome Trade Professionals and employers.
To become and Automotive Refinisher or a Collision Repair Technician you will complete an apprenticeship.
An Industry Training Provider, in this case MITO Te Pukenga, will work alongside you and your employer to oversee your qualification. Generally, people complete their apprenticeship in 3- 4 years, though this is completely in your hands, you could finish in less time if you get stuck in!
If you like cars, working with your hands, and have a good eye for detail, these trades might be for you!
Careers in Collision Repair start with Apprenticeships...
Kaihangarau Tina Waka
Collision Repair Technician
Collision Repair Technicians are often referred to as "Panel Beaters" though this does not give the trade enough credit, as you will do much, much more than simply "beat panels". This is a modern, high-tech industry with exciting technology, high workplace safety standards, diverse and interesting work and quality workplaces.
If you enjoy working with your hands, being physical, working in fast paced environments, have a willingness to learn and a great attitude (a love of cars will also help), then this may be the trade for you!
Some of the tasks that you might complete in this job are:
Collision Repair Technician
A day at mahi
Check out the work environment that trade qualified Collision Repair Technician, Victoria, gets to work in, and take a look at some of the tasks and tools that are associated with her trade!
Does this look like something you can see yourself doing?
Kaipeita Waka
Automotive Refinisher
Automotive Refinishers are often referred to as "Vehicle Painters". In this trade you will focus much of your energy to the exterior of a vehicle, whether it be a commercial vehicle such as a bus or a truck, or a private vehicle such as a car or van. The world is your oyster when it comes to what you can paint as an Automotive Refinisher!
You will work in a high tech, exciting, career which is continually evolving. You will spend time in your workshop and spray booth in a fast-paced workshop environment, preparing vehicles for paint by getting the panel to a perfect finish, preparing and matching paints, spray painting and polishing to perfection! This part of the industry can be very rewarding for those who enjoy seeing a project through to completion and sitting back and admiring the finished result!
Some of the tasks that you might complete in this job are:
Automotive Refinisher
A day at mahi
Check out the work environment that trade qualified Vehicle Refinisher, Hayley, gets to work in, and take a look at some of the tasks and tools that are associated with her trade!
Does this look like something you can see yourself doing?
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Ngā Painga
The Benefits - What is in it for you?
Te Tukanga
The Process - How does it work?
Check out the video links in the two apprenticeship options on this page
If you like the sound of Collision Repair for yourself or someone you know, connect with Smart Trade Solutions LTD
We will organise a meeting with you at a time that suits you to discuss the industry in depth and get to know you
If the fit is right, we will work on your behalf to line up work experiences in both paint and panel pathways
If we both agree that the industry is a good fit for you, we will work alongside you to find you employment
We will support you until you are well settled into your new career!
Testimonials / Whakaaturanga
What our stakeholders have to say
If you love the sound of the Collision Repair industry, or want to support this project
Send us a message today and we will help you explore your options!
Kei te pirangi koe ki te mahi tahi?
Would you like to Collaborate?
We would love to get involved with any relevant mahi (work) that helps us to help others, so if you would like to collaborate with Women in Collision Repair or Smart Trade Solutions Ltd, we would like to hear from you...