Vehicle body builders and repairers

This skilled trade role constructs, modifies, and repairs the structural and aesthetic components of vehicle bodies. They are crucial for restoring damaged vehicles, customizing designs, and ensuring the safety and appearance of various types of transport.

Key responsibilities involve assessing damage or design specifications, dismantling and reassembling vehicle parts, and shaping and welding metal or composite materials. They perform panel beating, filling, sanding, and prepare surfaces for painting. A core function is interpreting technical drawings, utilizing specialized tools and machinery, and ensuring repairs or modifications meet precise dimensions and safety standards.

They also collaborate closely with paint sprayers, mechanics, and vehicle owners or manufacturers to ensure a high-quality finish and structural integrity. Ultimately, they are accountable for the structural soundness, aesthetic quality, and safety of vehicle bodies, directly contributing to vehicle longevity and appearance.