Apprentice Spray Painter

Sinar Mas Agribusiness and Food; Lane Cove; On-site; AUD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Above-award pay

Full-time permanent role

Modern workshop and leading repair技術

National training programs (I-CAR Gold

Career pathways – internal promotion

Weekly lunches

Monthly team celebrations

Annual cash awards for top performers

Referral bonus up to $2,000

Staff discounts on parts and tools

Uniforms provided

Job summary

Sinar Mas Agribusiness and Food in Lane Cove, NSW is seeking a 1st year Apprentice Spray Painter to join SMART’s workshop team. You’ll learn from skilled tradespeople, gaining your trade qualification while contributing to vehicle preparation, priming, painting, buffing, and occasional light repairs in a modern facility.

The role is permanent, Monday to Friday with guaranteed overtime and above‑award pay. Relevant Australian working rights are required for this opportunity within a national

Qualifications

• Genuine interest in the Automotive industry.
• Willingness to learn and develop skills on the job.
• Reliable, detail-oriented approach to tasks.

Responsibilities

• Prepare vehicles per Job Sheet and paint supplier processes.
• Prime vehicles per Job Sheet processes.
• Paint vehicles per Job Sheet processes.
• Buff and denib vehicles per Job Sheet.
• Carry out minor repairs as requested per Job Sheet.

Skills

Automotive industry interest

Willing to learn

Attention to detail

Australian work rights

Job description

Sinar Mas Agribusiness and Food - Lane Cove NSW

SMART is leading the way in accident repair technology - and we're growing fast.

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.

We're hiring!

We're seeking an Apprentice Spray Painter to complete our SMART team in the below location.

This position will see you commence as a 1st year Spray Painter Apprentice and work alongside our skilled tradespeople learning a range of skills within our workshop, while gaining your trade qualification.

Permanent position, Monday to Friday with guaranteed overtime. 6.30am - 4.00pm

What You'll Do:

• Prep vehicle as per Job Sheet requirements following paint supplier’s process
• Prime vehicle as per Job Sheet requirements following paint supplier’s process
• Paint vehicle as per Job Sheet requirements following paint supplier’s process
• Buff and denib vehicle as per Job Sheet
• Upon request carry out minor/small repairs as per Job Sheet.

Does this sound like you?

• Genuine interest in the Automotive industry
• Good attitude and willing to learn
• Reliable and good attention to detail
• Full Australian working rights

Why make the SMART Move?

• Above-award pay + job security
• Full-time, permanent role - Monday to Friday, no weekend work ever
• Modern, well-equipped workshop with industry-leading repair technology
• Access to national training programs (I-CAR Gold)
• Real career pathways - we promote from within
• Weekly lunches and monthly team celebrations
• Annual cash awards for top performers
• Up to $2,000 referral bonus
• Staff discounts on parts and tools
• Uniforms provided

The SMART Difference

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 Group

SMART 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 & 2025, 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.