Automotive Paint & Refinishing Technician

Australian Skilled Migration; Toowoomba Regional; Hybrid; AUD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Australian Skilled Migration seeks an experienced automotive painter to prep, paint and refinish vehicle surfaces in Queensland. The role involves assessing damage, estimating costs, matching colours and applying high-quality coatings.

You will inspect paintwork and ensure finishes meet standards, while coordinating with workshop staff and customers to confirm scope and timelines. Applicants should be able to prepare estimates, manage materials and follow safety procedures for paints and

Responsibilities

• Prepare, estimate, paint and refinish vehicle surfaces; assess damage, calculate repair and painting costs, match colours, apply high-quality automotive coatings.
• Inspect vehicles for paint damage, scratches, dents, corrosion and surface imperfections.
• Prepare repair and painting estimates by assessing labour, materials, paint requirements and time.
• Identify painting scope and provide accurate cost estimates and quotations.
• Prepare vehicle surfaces by sanding, stripping, cleaning, masking and applying fillers or primers.
• Mix and match paint colours using colour-matching systems and manufacturer specs.
• Apply primers, undercoats, basecoats and clear coats with spray guns and specialised equipment.
• Repaint and refinish vehicle panels and components; carry out blending, touch-ups and finishing to match existing paintwork.
• Inspect completed paintwork for colour consistency, coverage, smoothness and finish quality.
• Polish, buff and remove minor imperfections to achieve the required finish.
• Calculate paint and material quantities, monitor usage and minimise waste.
• Maintain spray guns, painting equipment and paint prep areas.
• Follow manufacturer procedures and safety requirements for paints, solvents and chemicals.
• Coordinate with panel beaters, estimators, workshop staff and customers regarding scope, costs and timelines.

Job description

Australian Skilled Migration seeks an experienced automotive painter to prep, paint and refinish vehicle surfaces in Queensland. The role involves assessing damage, estimating costs, matching colours and applying high-quality coatings.

You will inspect paintwork and ensure finishes meet standards, while coordinating with workshop staff and customers to confirm scope and timelines. Applicants should be able to prepare estimates, manage materials and follow safety procedures for paints and