1st year Spray Painting Apprentice - Artarmon

1300apprentice; Sydney; On-site; AUD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Earn while you learn

Learn a specialised trade

Get hands-on experience

Gain a recognised qualification

Build a long-term career

Weekday schedule 8:00 am–3:00 pm

Job summary

1300apprentice is seeking a motivated 1st Year Spray Painting Apprentice to join a great team and work toward a nationally recognised qualification. No previous spray-painting experience is required, just a positive attitude, a willingness to learn and a genuine interest in hands-on work!

You'll learn the skills and techniques used by professional spray painters, including preparing surfaces, mixing paints, and using professional spray-painting equipment.

Qualifications

• No prior spray-painting experience required; willingness to learn and hands-on work.
• Must have unrestricted work rights in Australia.
• Keen to build a future in a skilled trade and contribute to a team.

Responsibilities

• Learn techniques used by professional spray painters.
• Prepare surfaces by cleaning, sanding, and rust removal.
• Mix paints and coatings to achieve the right finish.
• Use professional spray-painting equipment to apply paint and coatings.
• Develop techniques for high-quality finishes and smooth surfaces.
• Sand and rub surfaces between coats; inspect and touch up as needed.
• Clean and maintain spray guns and hoses; follow safety procedures.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Physical fitness

Colour vision

Driver's licence

Eagerness to learn

Tools

Spray painting equipment

Job description

1st year Spray Painting Apprentice - Artarmon

1300apprentice is seeking a motivated and reliable 1st Year Spray Painting Apprentice to join a great team and work towards a nationally recognised qualification.

No previous spray-painting experience is required, just a positive attitude, a willingness to learn and a genuine interest in hands-on work!

Some of what you will be doing:

You'll learn the skills and techniques used by professional spray painters, including:

• Preparing surfaces by cleaning, sanding and removing rust, grease and dirt.


• Learning to mix paints and coatings to achieve the right finish.


• Using professional spray-painting equipment to apply paint and protective coatings.


• Developing techniques to achieve smooth, high-quality finishes.


• Sanding and rubbing down surfaces between coats.


• Inspecting finished work and touching up imperfections.


• Learning how to clean and maintain spray guns, hoses and other equipment.


• Following workplace safety procedures and using protective equipment correctly.

What are we looking for?

We're looking for someone who is keen to learn, takes pride in their work and wants to build a future in a skilled trade.

Ideally, you'll have:

• A genuine interest in spray painting, painting or hands‑on work.


• Good attention to detail and an eye for colour and finish.


• A reliable attitude and a willingness to listen, learn and follow instructions.


• The ability to work as part of a team and follow workplace safety procedures.


• The physical fitness to undertake practical work, including standing and bending for extended periods.


• Normal colour vision and the ability to work safely around paints, solvents and dust.


• Driver's licence minimum P


• Previous experience isn't essential. Your attitude, reliability and enthusiasm to learn are what matter most.

What's in it for you?

• Earn while you learn – start earning from day one of your apprenticeship.


• Learn a specialised trade – develop practical skills that can open doors to future employment opportunities.


• Get hands‑on experience – learn from experienced tradespeople in a real working environment.


• Gain a recognised qualification – combine workplace experience with formal training.


• Build a long‑term career – develop skills in surface preparation, coatings, and spray‑painting


• Enjoy a regular weekday schedule Monday to Friday, 8:00 am – 3:00 pm while developing your skills and working towards your qualification

Please note: applicants must have unrestricted work rights in Australia

At 1300apprentice, we’re not just about jobs – we’re about your future. With over 40 years of experience helping people succeed through apprenticeships and traineeships, we know how to get you where you want to go. You’ll have a dedicated mentor supporting you every step of the way, helping you build skills, confidence, and a solid career path. We’ve Got Your Back

What makes us different?

• We really listen to what you want


• We match you with the right employer partner


• We support you throughout your journey


• We celebrate your growth – both personally and professionally

We welcome everyone

We welcome everyone – no matter your background – and offer safe, inclusive, and supportive workplaces where you can feel confident being yourself.