Denter - Vehicle Body Repairer

About the role

The Denter repairs damaged vehicle body parts and restores them to their original shape and condition. The role covers assessing body damage, straightening panels, repairing dents, replacing damaged components and preparing vehicles for painting, with high-quality workmanship and compliance with safety standards.

Key responsibilities

• Inspect damaged vehicles and assess the extent of body repairs required
• Repair dents, scratches and damaged body panels using appropriate tools and techniques
• Straighten bent frames, panels and structural components
• Remove, repair and replace damaged parts such as fenders, doors, bumpers, roofs and hoods
• Use welding, cutting, grinding and panel-beating equipment safely and effectively
• Align body panels and ensure proper fitting of replaced parts
• Prepare repaired surfaces for painting by sanding, filling and finishing
• Work closely with painters and mechanics to complete repairs efficiently
• Ensure repairs meet manufacturer specifications and company quality standards
• Maintain tools and equipment, follow workshop safety procedures and HSE requirements, and keep the work area clean and organised

Required profile

• High School Certificate, ITI or relevant vocational qualification
• At least 3 years of experience as a Denter in an automotive workshop, garage or fleet maintenance facility
• Experience on passenger vehicles, commercial vehicles and heavy equipment is an advantage
• Ability to interpret repair estimates and workshop instructions