Heavy Vehicle Spray Painter for Subframes & Cranes

Recruit Masters Pty; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Recruit Masters Pty is seeking a skilled Workshop Painter to join their installs team in Wacol, Brisbane. You will prepare steel subframes, apply industrial coatings and ensure high-quality finishes on heavy vehicles and equipment.

Requirements include a vehicle painting trade qualification or equivalent experience, experience with heavy vehicles, and the ability to read and follow technical instructions. A current driver's licence and a commitment to workplace safety are essential.

Qualifications

• A vehicle painting trade qualification or equivalent industry experience.
• Experience with heavy vehicles.
• Ability to read and follow technical instructions and procedures.
• Strong attention to detail and pride in producing quality work.
• A current driver’s licence and commitment to safety.

Responsibilities

• Preparing steel subframes, components and equipment through sanding, masking, cleaning and priming.
• Applying industrial paint coatings using spray-painting equipment and techniques.
• Carrying out paint repairs, touch-ups and refinishing on completed installations.
• Inspecting painted surfaces, correcting imperfections and ensuring consistent colour matching.
• Following manufacturer specifications and workshop procedures to achieve a high-quality finish.
• Maintaining a clean and safe workshop and using the correct PPE, tools and equipment.

Skills

Heavy vehicle painting

Trade qualification

Attention to detail

Reading instructions

Teamwork

Driver's licence

Education

Vehicle painting trade qualification

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Workshop Painter – Wacol
Our client is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Workshop Painter to join their installations team based in Wacol. If you take pride in your workmanship and have experience painting heavy vehicles and equipment, we'd love to hear from you.
What's On Offer

• Permanent role with an hourly rate of $40 - $50 (dependent on exp)
• Working hours: Mon - Thurs 7am-3.30pm Fri 7am - 1.30pm
• Opportunity to work on truck subframes, cranes, hook loaders and associated equipment
• A team environment focused on safety, quality and working together
• Start date: ASAP

What You'll Be Doing

• Preparing steel subframes, components and equipment through sanding, masking, cleaning and priming
• Applying industrial paint coatings using spray-painting equipment and techniques
• Carrying out paint repairs, touch-ups and refinishing on completed installations
• Inspecting painted surfaces, correcting imperfections and ensuring consistent colour matching
• Following manufacturer specifications and workshop procedures to achieve a high-quality finish
• Maintaining a clean and safe workshop and using the correct PPE, tools and equipment

What We're Looking For

• A vehicle painting trade qualification or equivalent industry experience
• Previous experience working with heavy vehicles
• Experience using hand and power tools
• Ability to read and follow technical instructions and procedures
• Strong attention to detail and pride in producing quality work
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with the workshop team
• A current driver's licence
• A strong commitment to workplace safety

Experience with cranes, hook loaders or lifting equipment will be highly regarded. Forklift, HR, dogging, rigging or crane licences are advantageous but not essential.

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Recruit Masters welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds. We value diversity and the unique skills, experiences and perspectives each person brings to a team.

If you're ready for your next opportunity and have the skills we're looking for, submit your application today.

Please note: Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted by phone.

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