Panel Shop Trade Assistant/Labourer – Fabricator

Join a Team That Keeps Southeast Queensland Moving!

Kangaroo Bus Lines is a proudly family-owned business with over 47 years of industry experience. With 160+ buses and coaches, and three depots across Southeast Queensland, we’re continuing to grow and looking for skilled people — including trade assistants, labourers’ and fabricators

We are seeking reliable and hands-on Labourer’s / Trade Assistant’s and Fabricator’s to join our in‑house Paint and Panel workshop, supporting the repair, restoration and upkeep of our bus fleet. If you have coach or motorbody experience this would be beneficial to this role.

This is a practical, workshop-based role suited to someone who enjoys physical work, takes pride in quality repairs, and is keen to work as part of a close‑knit maintenance team.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist tradespeople with panel repairs, fabrication and preparation work
• Support paint and panel repairs on buses following accidents or general wear and tear
• Cutting, grinding, sanding, welding support and general fabrication tasks
• Prepare vehicles for painting (masking, cleaning, basic prep)
• Maintain a clean, safe and organised workshop
• Follow workplace health and safety procedures at all times
• General labouring duties as required within the Depot
• A strong work ethic and eagerness to learn

Ready to Join the KBL Team?

If you’re motivated, keen, and looking to be part of a company that values its people, we’d love to hear from you.

What We Offer

• Stable, ongoing work with a reputable transport company
• Modern workshop facilities and well-maintained fleet
• Onsite Facilities – Shower and locker amenities
• Competitive Pay – Skills-based hourly rate

HOW TO APPLY

If you have the skills and qualities above and would like to join the KBL team as it continues to grow, please apply through seek or directly through our careers page:

https://www.kangaroobuslines.com.au/about-us/careers/

Kangaroo Bus Lines is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and our people represent the community which we service. We invite all applicants to apply, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders and people from diverse social, cultural and gender backgrounds. We are dedicated to providing a secure and supportive working environment. We aim to deliver an open an innovative atmosphere that values new approaches, processes and ideas.

Each application will be considered on its merits.