Tired of dead-end jobs? Turn your passion for cars into a skilled trade with a secure future. Our apprenticeship program pays you a great wage to learn a hands-on skill from day one, all while being part of a supportive team that wants you to succeed.
Starting a new trade can be daunting, but at Kings, you’re never on your own. We pair you with experienced mentors and a supportive team that will guide you every step of the way. We’re committed to giving you the training and confidence you need to build a successful career with us.
Our dedicated MTA trainer comes to our workshop once a month to teach you. You'll get qualified without ever having to travel, meaning you spend more time learning on the tools and getting paid for it.
You'll work a 4-day week, giving you a 3-day weekend to enjoy the coastal lifestyle, work on your own car, or spend time with mates. It’s a benefit that's almost unheard of in the trade.
You’ll be mentored by senior tradespeople who have been in the industry for decades. They are dedicated to passing on their knowledge and will guide you every step of the way, from your first day to your final sign-off.
We don't just train apprentices; we build tradespeople who stay. Our goal is for you to become a qualified, long-term member of our team with opportunities to grow into senior roles.
This is where your career in the automotive trade begins. We offer apprenticeships in two core specialities: Automotive Body Repair (Panel Beating) and Automotive Refinishing (Spray Painting). While the skills are different, the goal is the same: to turn you into a confident, qualified tradesperson with a secure future. Read on to learn more about each craft and discover your path forward with our team.
What is a Panel Beater? A Panel Beater is a skilled technician who restores a vehicle’s body back to its original shape and safety standards after an accident. It’s a trade that combines problem-solving with hands-on skill to repair everything from minor dents to major structural damage.
This Trade is for You If: You’re a natural problem-solver, you’re good with your hands, and you have a great eye for detail and symmetry.
What is a Spray Painter? A Automotive Spray Painter is the artist of the workshop, responsible for creating the flawless, factory-quality finish. It’s an amazing trade that requires a steady hand, a keen eye for colour, and an absolute commitment to perfection.
This Trade is for You If: You’re a perfectionist, you have an artistic eye, and you get satisfaction from turning a repaired panel into a flawless piece of work.
Andrew White didn’t just buy a smash repair shop; he came back to where it all began. He started his career as an apprentice right here at Kings, and that hands-on experience means he understands every role in the workshop and leads with a genuine respect for the craft. This foundation shapes his entire leadership philosophy—a straightforward approach that the team calls “one of the good ones”: look after your people, give them the best tools for the job, and create an environment where they can take genuine pride in their work.
Knowing the trade inside-out, he has built a culture where everyone is treated as a valued team member, not just a number. It’s a professional workshop that runs on skill and mutual respect—not politics—where anyone can approach him with an issue, knowing they’ll be heard.
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We’re looking for someone with a genuine passion for cars and a great work ethic. You don’t need any experience; we can teach you the skills. We're more interested in your attitude and your willingness to learn from our experienced team.
A Panel Beater is a problem-solver who repairs the vehicle's body, from small dents to major structural work. A Spray Painter is an artist who creates the flawless final finish, requiring a steady hand and a great eye for colour and detail.
No, and this is a huge advantage of our program. We have a dedicated MTA (Motor Traders' Association) trainer who comes to our workshop once a month to conduct all your coursework and training on-site. You get qualified without the hassle and cost of regular travel.
Our apprenticeships are typically a four-year program. Throughout this time, you will be learning hands-on from our senior technicians and completing your formal coursework with our MTA trainer.
We work a four-day week, from Monday to Thursday. The days are a bit longer, typically 7:00 am to 5:30 pm, but this allows us to give our entire team a three-day weekend, every single week.
It’s a game-changer. Having a three-day weekend every week gives you a genuine work-life balance that is rare in any trade. It gives you time for appointments, hobbies, working on your own car, or just relaxing with friends and family.
Our goal is for our apprentices to stay with us and become qualified, long-term members of our team. Once you are qualified, you will have a full-time position as a tradesperson with opportunities to continue growing your skills and seniority.
Yes. We believe in promoting from within, and several of our senior staff started their careers on the floor. If you have the right attitude and skills, there are definitely opportunities to grow into leadership roles like Workshop Manager or Estimator.
Yes, your pay rate will increase with each year of your apprenticeship as you complete your training stages and your skills develop. We believe in rewarding your progress and hard work as you become a more valuable member of the team.
The first step is to express your interest by filling out the form on our website. You can also give us a call or drop into one of our workshops for a chat. We're more interested in your passion and attitude than a formal resume.
