Apprentice Painter: Hands-On Training & Certificate III

Charters Towers; Charters Towers Regional; On-site; AUD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fortnightly RDO

5 weeks annual leave + 17.5% leave 10

3 weeks Personal/Carers Leave

Domestic and Family Violence Leave

Uniforms and PPE provided

12% Superannuation

Salary Sacrifice options

Employee Assistance Program

Traineeship support

Job summary

Charters Towers Regional Council is inviting applications for an Apprentice Painter in 2027. This entry-level role is open to school leavers or career changers, offering on‑the‑job learning and a nationally recognised Certificate III in Painting and Decorating.

You will join the Facilities team, learning to prepare surfaces, apply paints and finishes, and support building maintenance across the region. Employment is full‑time with limited tenure for up to four years and an apprentice wage plus

Qualifications

• Completion of Year 10 or equivalent and/or relevant work experience.
• Eligibility to enrol in and successfully complete the Certificate III in Painting and Decorating.
• General Construction Induction Training (White Card), or the ability to obtain one
• A minimum Queensland Provisional (‘P’) C Class Driver Licence, or the ability to obtain one.
• Ability to undertake regular field-based and physical work, including manual handling, bending, kneeling and standing for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Learn on the job with support from experienced Building Services staff.
• Help maintain, build and improve Council facilities used by the community.
• Gain hands-on experience in painting, finishing, cleanup and site preparation.
• Work safely at heights and with tools and equipment under supervision.

Skills

Willingness to learn

Teamwork

Reliability

Education

Certificate III in Painting and Decorating

Job description

Charters Towers Regional Council is inviting applications for an Apprentice Painter in 2027. This entry-level role is open to school leavers or career changers, offering on‑the‑job learning and a nationally recognised Certificate III in Painting and Decorating.

You will join the Facilities team, learning to prepare surfaces, apply paints and finishes, and support building maintenance across the region. Employment is full‑time with limited tenure for up to four years and an apprentice wage plus