Parts Person at SMART Collision - Tingalpa QLD — Columbus
Traveler-Friendly Insight
This role is an on-site, workshop-based position located in Tingalpa, QLD, Australia. It requires physical presence in the workshop Monday to Friday, making it entirely incompatible with a location-independent or digital nomad lifestyle. There is no remote component whatsoever.
For travelers or nomads passing through Brisbane/Queensland, this could represent a stable working holiday opportunity — Australia's Working Holiday Visa (subclass 417 or 462) allows eligible nationalities (UK, Ireland, Canada, EU countries, and more) to work for up to 6 months with a single employer, with pathways to extend.
Key logistics to consider:
- Tingalpa is a suburb ~12 km east of Brisbane CBD — affordable compared to inner-city suburbs
- The role is permanent and full-time, which may not suit those seeking short-term flexibility
- Above-award pay in the Australian automotive trades sector typically sits above AUD $60,000–$75,000 annually, which offers a strong cost-of-living buffer in Brisbane
If you're seeking genuinely remote or async-friendly work as a nomad, this listing is not for you. Instead, look for remote roles in logistics coordination, parts procurement management, or automotive e-commerce where physical presence isn't required.
With 1,600+ team members across Australia and New Zealand, we're proud of our strong partnerships, commitment to innovation, and the role we play in shaping the future of our industry.
Now we have your attention, here's why you should make your next move with SMART.
We're hiring an experienced Parts Person.
Why make the SMART Move?- Above-award pay + job security
- Full-time, permanent role — Monday to Friday
- Modern, well-equipped Tingalpa workshop designed for efficiency
- Access to national training programs (I-CAR Gold)
- Real career pathways — with opportunities to grow across our national network
- A supportive team culture where safety and people come first
Work with people who share your passion for everything automotive.
Be part of a company that invests in technology that's second to none.
Bring your ambition — we'll match it with opportunity.
This isn't just a job. It's a SMART career move.
About SMART & AMA GroupSMART is part of AMA Group — the largest collision repair network across Australia and New Zealand.
With AMA Group backing and the title of Best MSO — Body Shop Awards 2024, your career is in safe hands.
When you join us, you're not just joining a workshop — you're joining a network of opportunity. With national reach and diverse businesses under one roof, you'll have the freedom to grow your career, relocate, and explore new pathways wherever life takes you.
Tingalpa, QLD location
Apply now at smartcollision.com.au/careers
SMART | AMA Group — Together, we do it right
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