Jone Rakarawa
Sydney
Summary
Accomplished Panel Beater at Graham Hill Smash Repairs, skilled in advanced welding techniques and body repair. Successfully streamlined repair processes, enhancing efficiency and safety. Proficient in frame alignment and dent removal, while fostering teamwork and maintaining high standards. Committed to delivering exceptional vehicle restorations and staying updated with industry advancements.
Reliable Auto Body Technician offering in-depth knowledge of automotive makes and models acquired through many years of auto body repair work.
A little bit more knowledge need in the latest version of EV vehicles and Euro Cars to help me carrying out and to complete professional work to provide safe and secure for customer satisfaction.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Panel Beater
Shipton Smash Repairs
RaymondTerrace
11.2025 - Current
- Conducted thorough inspections to assess vehicle damage and repair needs.
- Utilized advanced tools for frame straightening and body alignment tasks.
- Repaired and replaced damaged panels using welding and bonding techniques.
Panel Beater
Graham Hill Smash Repairs
Sydney
01.2017 - 10.2025
Panel Beater
Asco Motors Ltd
Suva
01.2005 - 05.2016
Panel Beater Apprenticeship
Carpenters Motors Ltd
Suva
06.1999 - 10.2003
Placement
PWD Government Dept
Suva
04.1997 - 05.1999
- Restored damaged vehicles using welding and body repair techniques.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline repair processes and workflows.
- Maintained tools and equipment to ensure optimal performance and safety standards.
- Disassembled and reassembled vehicle components as necessary during repairs.
- Replaced damaged body panels with new or recycled OEM parts.
- Welded replacement parts into place using MIG and TIG welding equipment.
- Operated hot-air welding guns and immersive hot water baths to soften plastic panels for installation.
- Used metal-cutting guns, air grinders and wrenches to remove damaged vehicle sections.
- Followed safety procedures and used protective gear.
- Performed welding to repair vehicle frames and bodies.
- Prepared and applied body fillers to repair minor damages.
- Installed and aligned vehicle body parts and panels.
- Kept up-to-date with industry standards and new repair techniques.
- Performed dent removal using appropriate tools and techniques.
- Maintained cleanliness and orderliness in the work area.
- Ordered and utilized protective equipment and respirators to promote workplace safety.
- Assisted the shop manager in ordering supplies when needed.
- Applied sealants on newly painted surfaces for protection against weathering.
- Welded broken parts and filled in dents to create smooth vehicle bodies.
- Assisted in maintaining a clean workspace by sweeping floors and disposing of hazardous materials properly.
Education
Certificate 3 - Certificate 3 in Automotive Body Repair Technolog
Australian Qualifications Framework
11.2016 - 11.2016
Fiji Institute of Technology
Suva, FijiSkills
- Welding techniques
- Body repair
- Panel replacement
- Frame alignment
- Bumpers and plastic repair
- Fibre materials repair
- Body kit installation
- Car- O Liner Smash alignment
- Repair using Dent pulling and spot welding techniques
Timeline
Panel Beater
Shipton Smash Repairs
11.2025 - Current
Panel Beater
Graham Hill Smash Repairs
01.2017 - 10.2025
Certificate 3 - Certificate 3 in Automotive Body Repair Technolog
Australian Qualifications Framework
11.2016 - 11.2016
Panel Beater
Asco Motors Ltd
01.2005 - 05.2016
Panel Beater Apprenticeship
Carpenters Motors Ltd
06.1999 - 10.2003
Placement
PWD Government Dept
04.1997 - 05.1999
Fiji Institute of Technology