Body Repair Painter, Eagle Farm

What to Expect

Tesla is seeking a skilled Body Repair Painter to join our precision repair team at our facility in Eagle Farm, Queensland. This is a hands-on, technical role for a dedicated professional who delivers consistent, high-quality finishes and works efficiently in a production environment.

If you’re a qualified painter with experience in automotive refinishing — particularly in OEM-level colour matching, panel blending, and advanced finish work — this is an opportunity to work on some of the most advanced vehicles in the world, right here in Australia.

What You'll Do

Work in an airconditioned paint mixing room with the latest equipment

Prepare damaged panels by removing paint, rust, grease, and old filler using abrasives, solvents, sandblasters, and power tools.

Perform structural and cosmetic repairs including dents, scratches, and panel gaps using body fillers and precision sanding techniques.

Achieve seamless blending between repaired and original surfaces to ensure a smooth, uniform finish.

Mix and apply basecoat and clearcoat with precision using air-assisted spray systems — ensuring consistent coverage, no runs, and zero overspray.

Match factory paint colours accurately across all finishes, including metallics, pearls, and special-effect coatings.

Maintain and clean spray guns, air lines, and associated equipment to ensure optimal performance and reliability.

Conduct final polishing, buffing, and waxing to deliver a flawless, showroom-ready finish.

Support production timelines by completing work efficiently and to a high standard, with minimal rework.

What You'll Bring

Minimum of 1–2 years’ experience as a paint technician or body repair painter in a professional automotive workshop.

Proven ability to match OEM paint finishes under real-world conditions.

Strong understanding of paint mixing, application techniques, and finish quality control.

Experience with waterborne or low-VOC paint systems (preferred).

Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced, high-quality environment.

Physically capable of lifting up to 25 kg and working in varied conditions (including confined spaces and high-temperature booths).

Familiarity with safety protocols, PPE, and chemical handling in spray environments.

Valid Australian driver’s licence and reliable transport

#### Benefits

In addition to a competitive compensation package, Tesla Australia & New Zealand is pleased to offer the following benefits for permanent employees:

Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) - Purchase Tesla stock twice per year at a 15% discount

Parental leave (no minimum employment period)

+ Primary carers – 18 weeks at full pay or 36 weeks half pay

+ Secondary carers – 6 weeks full pay

Miscarriage leave - 10 days

Employee Vehicle Loan Program

Novated Leasing (AU only)

Employee Vehicle Finance program (AU only) - Tesla subsidises your loan interest

Well-being Fund – An annual allowance of $950 USD for all employees to support their well-being in ways that are meaningful to them

Health insurance discounts (AU only)

Bike to work – $10 per day if you cycle to work

Employee Assistance Program - Free and confidential counselling for all staff and their families

Annual Flu Vaccines

Birthday Leave, Cultural Significance Leave and Volunteer Leave

Some eligibility criteria may apply, benefits detailed above are subject to change / withdrawal at Tesla’s discretion with no prior notice.

Tesla is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.

Tesla is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. Please let your recruiter know if you need an accommodation at any point during the interview process.