{"id":4224,"date":"2025-07-09T12:02:07","date_gmt":"2025-07-09T12:02:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/zambia\/job\/senior-auto-body-technician-at-kokeb-enterprises-limited\/"},"modified":"2025-10-17T00:14:08","modified_gmt":"2025-10-17T00:14:08","slug":"senior-auto-body-technician-at-kokeb-enterprises-limited","status":"expired","type":"job_listing","link":"https:\/\/jobs.dataaxisnode.com\/zambia\/?post_type=job_listing&p=4224","title":{"rendered":"Senior Auto Body Technician at Kokeb Enterprises Limited"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Join Kokeb as Senior Auto Electrician<br \/>\nAbout Kokeb<br \/>\nKokeb is a diversified enterprise based in Lusaka and Solwezi, Zambia, rapidly expanding its footprint across industries including construction contracting, engineering, real estate development, and many others. With a state-of-the-art Automotive Workshop that has integrated digital diagnostics, advanced tools, and eco-conscious infrastructure, we specialize in heavy and light-duty vehicles. We\u2019ve built our success on innovation, operational excellence, and a relentless drive to serve our clients better every day. At Kokeb, our people are the spine of who we are and they work on customer-inspired innovations aimed at contributing towards building a better tomorrow.<br \/>\nAs a precision-driven Senior Auto Body Technician, who is passionate about advanced collision repairs, competence, teamwork, efficiency, and quality of service, you will conduct assessments, select materials and components and lead auto body repair works to restore vehicles to factory standards, and provide solutions to clients while upholding Kokeb\u2019s values of integrity, innovation, and excellence.<br \/>\nWhat You\u2019ll Do<br \/>\nCollision and Structural Repair<br \/>\nConduct assessments, measure, and repair structural damage.<br \/>\nStraighten frames and panels to manufacturer specifications.<br \/>\nRivet, bond, and weld on steel, aluminium, and other materials.<br \/>\nReplace, panels, doors, bumpers, and chassis components.<br \/>\nSurface Preparation and Refinishing Support<br \/>\nLead sanding, filler application, and priming.<br \/>\nEnsure surfaces are smooth, aligned, and ready for painting.<br \/>\nCollaborate with paint technicians to achieve quality finishes through application of such techniques as masking and detailing.<br \/>\nPanel Beating and Cosmetic Repairs<br \/>\nPerform high quality dent removal and address gaps and seals for such components as doors and fenders to enhance appearance.<br \/>\nRepair and restore minor exterior damages.<br \/>\nEstimating and Damage Assessment<br \/>\nVisually inspect vehicles for purposes of damage assessment and establishing extent of required works.<br \/>\nLiaise with insurers to arrive at accurate scope of works and parts requirements.<br \/>\nRecommend repair and or replacement decisions with clarity on cost, efficiency, and safety for clients\u2019 consideration.<br \/>\nPerformance Management<br \/>\nMentor and train junior technicians and apprentices.<br \/>\nAssign daily tasks to auto body repair team members and support execution.<br \/>\nComplete repairs in time and ensure adherence to internal and external quality standards.<br \/>\nQuality Control and Compliance Management<br \/>\nPerform final checks on completed repair works before vehicle release.<br \/>\nMaintain vehicle repair logs and before-after images for purposes of continuous improvement.<br \/>\nPerform according to health, safety, and environmental expectations.<br \/>\nWho You Are<br \/>\nQualifications: Craft or Advanced Certificate in Auto Body Repair or Panel Beating (Diploma is a plus).<br \/>\nExperience: 4 years in a busy state-of-the-art workshop (handling advanced collision repairs).<br \/>\nSelf\u2011Starter: Proactive, curious, precision-driven, and ready to challenge norms.<br \/>\nTech Savvy: Proficient with auto body equipment, tools, and technology; eager to learn new tools.<br \/>\nExcellent Communicator: Ability to interact with customers and other staff; team-oriented.<br \/>\nCustomer\u2011Centric: Understands the importance of client relationships and reliable delivery.<br \/>\nCertification (e.g., EIZ) is an advantage.<br \/>\nWhat We Offer<br \/>\nCompetitive Package: Benefits and compensation aligned with your contributions.<br \/>\nGrowth Tools: Access to training, mentorship, and state-of-the-art equipment.<br \/>\nSupportive Culture: Entrepreneurial environment where your innovation is ignited.<br \/>\nTeam Values: A culture that prioritizes learning, creativity, teamwork, and quality excellence.<br \/>\nCareer Progression: Central role in shaping auto body repair operations.<br \/>\nReady to Apply?<br \/>\nPrepare the following documents and click the button below by July 11, 2025:<br \/>\nCV_SeniorAutoBodyTechnician_YourNames (in PDF)<br \/>\nCoverletter_SeniorAutoBodyTechnician_YourNames (in PDF)<br \/>\nPortfolio (if available \u2013 in PDF)<br \/>\nPersonal statement (1 paragraph about your passion \u2013 in Word)<br \/>\nExperience (projects or internships \u2013 in Word)<br \/>\nSkills (software proficiency inclusive \u2013 in Word).<br \/>\nBuild Your Legacy with Kokeb!<br \/>\nEarn the respect for precision and shape the future of auto body works with cutting-edge technology at a workshop built for today\u2019s vehicles \u2013 and tomorrow\u2019s.<\/p>\n<p>Sharing is Caring! 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