AUTOMOTIVE SPRAY PAINTER (VEHICLE REFINISHER) APPRENTICESHIP

seek.com.au; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Onsite trade training

Full-time apprenticeship

Supportive family business

Job summary

seek.com.au is seeking an Apprentice Spray Painter to join our busy Melbourne workshop. Start as a fresh first-year or as a 2nd-year apprentice and build skills under experienced tradespeople.

You will gain hands-on experience in vehicle prep, priming, color matching and finishing, with a focus on quality workmanship and teamwork in a supportive family-style workshop.

Qualifications

• Demonstrates genuine interest in automotive refinishing and painting.
• Willingness to learn and follow workshop processes.
• Ability to work well in a small team and take direction.

Responsibilities

• Gain hands-on experience in vehicle preparation and finishing.
• Assist with spray painting including priming, colour matching and topcoats.
• Perform pre-wash and detailing to ensure vehicles look pristine.
• Carry out cut and polishing to achieve high-gloss finishes.
• Maintain a clean, safe and organized workshop.

Skills

Passion for cars

Strong work ethic

Punctuality

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Team player

Driver's licence

Job description

AUTOMOTIVE SPRAY PAINTER (VEHICLE REFINISHER) APPRENTICESHIP

Apprentice Spray Painter (New Start or 2nd Year)

About Us
We are a well-established, family-owned and operated workshop with a reputation for delivering high-quality automotive finishes. We take pride in our craft and offer a supportive, team-oriented environment where you will learn from some of the best tradespeople in the industry.

The Opportunity
We are looking for a motivated and reliable Apprentice Spray Painter to join our busy team. Whether you are looking for a fresh start (1st year) in the trade or you are a 2nd-year apprenticelooking to take your skills to the next level, we want to hear from you!

Your Duties
You will gain hands‑on experience in all aspects of vehicle preparation and finishing, including:

Spray Painting: Learning and assisting with priming, color matching, and final topcoats.

Pre-wash and Detailing Cars: Ensuring customer vehicles are thoroughly cleaned, vacuumed, and looking pristine inside and out before entering the work shop and before delivery to customer

Cut & Polishing: Using specialised equipment to remove imperfections and bring out a high‑gloss finish on vehicles.

Workshop Housekeeping: Maintaining a clean, safe, and organized workspace (sweeping, cleaning equipment, and organizing materials).

What We Are Looking For

A genuine passion for cars and the automotive industry.

Strong work ethic, reliability, and a punctuality.

A keen eye for detail - someone who takes pride in doing a job right.

Good communication skills and a willingness to listen and learn.

A team player who doesn't mind helping out with housekeeping and keeping the workshop running smoothly.

A current driver's license (preferred but not essential).

What We Offer

Full‑time apprenticeship with certified onsite trade training - no TAFE blocks involved.

Secure, stable employment with a well‑respected family business.

A supportive environment where your hard work is genuinely appreciated.

Attractive apprentice wages based on your experience, age, and award standards.