Apprentice Painter Blaster

Skill Hire; Cockburn; On-site; AUD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Earn while you learn

Nationally recognised trade qualific

Mentoring and support

Industry career development

Job summary

Skill Hire is seeking a Painter Blaster Apprentice to start a full-time apprenticeship in Henderson, Western Australia. You will learn to prepare, finish, and protect surfaces across mining, construction and industrial projects under expert supervision.

You'll gain hands-on experience in surface prep, blasting, coating application, spray finishing, and safety procedures while working toward a nationally recognised trade qualification.

Qualifications

• Motivated and willing to learn.
• Reliable with a strong work ethic.
• Physically fit and comfortable working in industrial environments.
• Safety-focused with excellent attention to detail.
• Able to work well within a team.
• Committed to completing a trade qualification.

Responsibilities

• Surface preparation and treatment.
• Abrasive blasting techniques.
• Industrial and protective coatings application.
• Spray painting and finishing methods.
• Reading and interpreting work instructions.
• Workplace safety and environmental procedures.
• Maintaining tools and equipment.
• Quality control and inspection processes.

Skills

Motivated to learn

Reliable

Physically fit

Safety-conscious

Team player

Trade qualification commitment

Education

Certificate III in Engineering – Fabrication Trade (Surface Finishing)

Job description

Painter Blaster Apprentice

Earn While You Learn | Full-Time Apprenticeship | Henderson

Are you looking for a hands-on career with excellent long-term opportunities in the mining, construction, and engineering industries?

Skill Hire is seeking motivated Painter Blaster Apprentice’s to commence a Certificate III in Engineering – Fabrication Trade (Surface Finishing). This is an exciting opportunity to gain practical industry experience while working towards a nationally recognised qualification.

If you enjoy working with your hands, have a strong work ethic, and are eager to learn a specialised trade, we'd love to hear from you.

About the Role

As a Painter Blaster Apprentice, you will learn the skills required to prepare, protect, and finish surfaces used across major infrastructure, mining, marine, and industrial projects. Under the guidance of experienced tradespeople, you will gain experience in:

• Surface preparation and treatment
• Abrasive blasting techniques
• Industrial and protective coatings application
• Spray painting and finishing methods
• Reading and interpreting work instructions
• Workplace safety and environmental procedures
• Maintaining tools and equipment
• Quality control and inspection processes

What We're Looking For

We are seeking candidates who are:

• Motivated and willing to learn
• Reliable with a strong work ethic
• Physically fit and comfortable working in industrial environments
• Safety-focused with excellent attention to detail
• Able to work well within a team
• Committed to completing a trade qualification

Desirable but Not Essential

• Driver's Licence and reliable transport
• Previous labouring, workshop, painting, or construction experience

Why Choose This Skill Hire?

• Earn while you learn
• Gain a nationally recognised trade qualification
• Receive ongoing mentoring and support
• Develop practical skills in a high-demand industry
• Build a career in mining, oil and gas, manufacturing, marine, and heavy industry sectors

We are committed to supporting National Reconciliation efforts through the implementation of our Reconciliation Action Plan, fostering respectful relationships and creating meaningful opportunities with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.