Apprentice Automotive Spray Painter

East Coast Apprenticeships; City of Brisbane; On-site; AUD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

East Coast Apprenticeships is offering an Automotive Spray Painter Apprentice role in Queensland. You will complete a Certificate III in Automotive Refinishing Technology (AUR32420) while gaining hands-on experience on defence-related components in a modern workshop.

You will be mentored by experienced tradespeople and learn surface preparation, masking, priming and coating application, safe spray techniques, and how to read detailed work instructions.

Qualifications

• Previous painting, automotive, or workshop experience is an advantage but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and masking components before painting
• Surface preparation and applying primers and coatings to specification
• Mixing paints and coatings and operating spray equipment safely
• Reading work instructions and following detailed coating requirements
• Inspecting completed work and maintaining quality records
• Handling coating materials safely and maintaining tools, equipment and work areas

Job description

Love working with your hands, have an eye for detail, and want to learn a skilled trade that's in demand? This is your chance to start an exciting career as an Automotive Spray Painter Apprentice while completing a Certificate III in Automotive Refinishing Technology (AUR32420).

Join a professional team working on components for major military vehicle programs, where you'll gain hands-on experience applying high-quality coatings and finishes in a cutting-edge workshop environment.

What You'll Learn

As an apprentice, you'll be mentored by experienced tradespeople and develop skills in:

• Preparing and masking components before painting
• Surface preparation and applying primers and coatings to specification
• Mixing paints and coatings and operating spray equipment safely
• Reading work instructions and following detailed coating requirements
• Inspecting completed work and maintaining quality records
• Handling coating materials safely and maintaining tools, equipment and work areas

What We're Looking For

We're seeking someone who is:

• Passionate about spray painting and the automotive industry
• Practical and enjoys hands-on work
• Detail-oriented and takes pride in producing quality work
• Reliable, punctual and willing to learn
• Committed to workplace safety and quality standards
• Able to follow instructions and work well as part of a team

Previous painting, automotive, or workshop experience is an advantage, but not essential. If you've got the right attitude and a genuine desire to learn, we'd love to hear from you.

Why This Opportunity?

• Earn while you learn
• Gain a nationally recognised qualification
• Work on exciting defence-related projects
• Learn from experienced industry professionals
• Build a long-term career in a specialised trade
• Develop skills that are valued across the automotive and manufacturing industries

Modern Award rates apply

Access the PACT Calculator via Fairwork Website to help you understand your hourly rate. The PACT calculator can be found athttps://calculate.fairwork.gov.au/CheckPay/Summary

Please note, to be eligible you must be an Australian citizen, Permanent resident, or hold a valid visa that allows you to work and undertake training in Australia.

At East Coast Apprenticeships, we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds.

Successful applicants will be contacted for an interview