Reagan Mbetela

Experienced Panel Beater, Vehicle Body Builder, and Spray Painter with over 13 years of hands-on experience in vehicle accident repairs, fibreglass and plastic repairs, welding, panel fabrication, spray painting, and vehicle restoration. Skilled in MIG and ARC welding, windscreen removal and fitting, panel alignment, surface preparation, and applying high-quality paint finishes. Proven ability to supervise workshop teams, maintain workplace safety standards, and deliver repairs to manufacturer specifications on commercial, fleet, and heavy vehicles.

Panel Beater / Spray Painter at Mount Meru Unicorn Logistics (2023-01 – Present)

• Carry out panel beating and accident repairs on trucks, trailers, and commercial vehicles.
• Repair damaged vehicle body panels through dent removal, panel reshaping, and replacement procedures.
• Perform MIG and ARC welding on vehicle body structures and damaged components.
• Prepare vehicle surfaces for painting through sanding, filling, masking, and priming.
• Apply 2-pack and polyurethane paint systems using HVLP spray equipment to achieve high-quality finishes.
• Remove and refit windscreens, side windows, lights, trims, and body components during repair processes.
• Conduct fibreglass and plastic repairs on bumpers, body kits, and other vehicle components.
• Operate hand and power tools safely while adhering to Workplace Health and Safety (WHS) procedures.

Panel Beater / Spray Painter at Cochrane Trading (2022-01 – 2023-12)

• Performed panel beating and body repairs on commercial and fleet vehicles.
• Repaired damaged panels through dent removal, reshaping, and replacement techniques.
• Conducted welding and fabrication work on damaged vehicle body components.
• Prepared vehicle surfaces and applied primer, paint, and finishing coats.
• Performed fibreglass and plastic repairs on vehicle body parts.
• Ensured repairs met quality and safety standards before vehicle handover.

Panel Beater / Spray Painter at Bulk Haulage (BHL) (2020-01 – 2022-12)

• Repaired and restored commercial vehicle bodies using panel beating, stud welding, and panel replacement techniques.
• Performed MIG and ARC welding on chassis and structural components of heavy vehicles.
• Prepared vehicle surfaces and applied paint using HVLP spray systems and 2-pack paint products.
• Removed, refitted, and sealed windscreens and side windows.
• Assessed vehicle damage and aligned panels to manufacturer specifications.
• Completed accident repairs while maintaining quality and safety standards.

Supervisor / Panel Beater at Quattro (2014-01 – 2016-12)

• Supervised workshop staff and coordinated repair activities to meet production targets.
• Performed fibreglass and plastic repairs on bumpers, panels, and body kits.
• Conducted dent removal, panel reshaping, and alignment work.
• Spray painted vehicles and components, ensuring accurate colour matching.

Fibre Repair Technician / Panel Beater at Quattro (2013-01 – 2014-12)

• Carried out fibreglass and plastic repairs on damaged vehicle components.
• Restored damaged panels through panel beating and reshaping techniques.
• Spray painted repaired vehicles and components.
• Removed and refitted panels, trims, lights, and vehicle glass.
• Assisted in supervising junior technicians and apprentices.

Fibre Repair Technician at Quattro (2012-01 – 2013-12)

• Conducted fibreglass repairs and body filler applications.
• Operated spray-painting equipment to achieve high-quality finishes.
• Replaced and aligned damaged vehicle body panels.
• Assisted with workshop safety compliance and quality inspections.

Fibre Technician at Okava Body Works (2011-01 – 2012-12)

• Fabricated and repaired fibreglass and plastic vehicle components.
• Prepared vehicle surfaces for painting and refinishing.
• Applied 2-pack paint systems to vehicles and vehicle parts.
• Inspected completed repairs to ensure structural integrity and finish quality.

Certificate in Auto Body Repair – Kitwe City Council Vocational Training Centre (2011-01 – 2011-12)

School Certificate – Chimwemwe High School (2006-01 – 2010-12)

Grade 7 Certificate – Kampemba Basic School (1998-01 – 2005-12)