Panel Beater

Proforce Industries Limited was incorporated in 2008 as a total defence solution provider specializing in armoured vehicles and personal protection. The company’s focus is on the delivery of confidence in protective mobility. We have developed a vibrant market for security and mobile protective products within Nigeria and Africa. PROFORCE has exploited its deep technical know-how to produce outstanding armored products for Government Agencies, Corporate Bodies, Diplomatic Communities and Private individuals within Nigeria and Africa.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Panel Beater

Location: No1 Akaka Road, Ode Remo, Ogun
Employment Type: Full-time
Department: Production / Body Works
Industry: Automobile Manufacturing

Job Summary

• We are seeking a skilled and experienced Panel Beater with strong practical knowledge of engineering and automobile body repair processes.
• The successful candidate will be responsible for repairing, reshaping, aligning, and replacing vehicle body panels and structural components to meet approved manufacturing specifications and quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Repair, reshape, and restore damaged vehicle body panels and components.
• Carry out dent removal, panel alignment, straightening, cutting, and fitting.
• Fabricate, modify, and replace body panels where necessary.
• Interpret engineering drawings, technical specifications, and vehicle body designs.
• Use panel-beating tools, hydraulic equipment, measuring instruments, and other workshop machinery safely.
• Assist with vehicle body assembly and fitting during production.
• Inspect repaired panels to ensure proper alignment, dimensions, and finishing quality.
• Identify defects in body components and recommend appropriate corrective actions.
• Work closely with welders, painters, finishers, production technicians, and quality-control personnel.
• Follow approved engineering specifications and manufacturing procedures.
• Maintain tools and equipment in good working condition and report faults promptly.
• Observe workplace safety procedures and maintain a clean, organized work area.
• Minimize material wastage and ensure efficient use of workshop resources.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Minimum of an SSCE/WAEC/NECO, Trade Test Certificate, NABTEB, or qualification from a Technical College.
• Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in panel beating, automobile body repair, or vehicle manufacturing.
• Strong practical knowledge of engineering and automobile body construction is mandatory.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications.
• Good knowledge of vehicle body structures, panel alignment, dent removal, cutting, fitting, and fabrication.
• Experience using panel-beating tools, hydraulic equipment, measuring instruments, and basic welding equipment.
• Ability to identify body defects and ensure repairs meet required quality standards.
• Knowledge of workshop safety procedures and the proper use of personal protective equipment.
• Good attention to detail, manual dexterity, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet production deadlines.