Painter

Housing Industry Association Limited; Adelaide; Hybrid; AUD 80,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Gill Painting Pty Ltd is seeking a full-time Painter for Parafield Gardens, SA. You will deliver residential and commercial painting services, manage surface preparation, finishes, and wallpaper installation as required, and ensure quality workmanship.

The role requires meticulous attention to detail, safe work practices, and the ability to work with various coatings. AQF Certificate III with at least 1 year of on-the-job training is preferred.

Qualifications

• AQF Certificate III with at least 1 year of on-the-job training.
• Skilled in surface preparation and repairs.
• Proficient in colour mixing and matching.
• Strong attention to detail and safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Mix and prepare paints, stains and varnishes to specified colours and consistencies by combining pigments, oils, thinners, drying agents and other required additives.
• Prepare and condition surfaces prior to painting by stripping old paint and wallpaper, repairing timber and woodwork, filling cracks, holes and imperfections, and sanding, smoothing and sealing surfaces.
• Prepare and coat a variety of surfaces with paint, varnishes, stains, and other protective finishes using appropriate brushes, rollers, and spray-painting equipment to achieve a quality and durable finish.
• Hang and install wallpaper, ensuring correct pattern alignment and matching, with accurate trimming and finishing around corners, edges, fixtures and fittings.
• Set up and safeguard work areas by erecting scaffolding and ladders and placing drop sheets, covers and other protective materials to minimize paint splatter and protect surrounding areas.
• Clean, maintain and safely store painting tools, equipment and materials, while leaving work areas tidy and free from paint residue and waste.
• Undertake minor wall and floor tiling tasks as required, including repairing, replacing and finishing damaged or defective tiles.
• Comply with relevant workplace health and safety requirements, including the correct use of personal protective equipment and safe handling of tools, materials and painting products additives.

Skills

Surface preparation

Repairs

Colour matching

Attention to detail

Education

AQF Certificate III (on-the-job training)

Job description

Painter (Full Time)

Gill Painting Pty Ltd

Parafield Gardens, SA 5017

$80,000 to $85,000 per annum (plus Superannuation)

About the Role

Gill Painting Pty Ltd is an Australian painting services company based in South Australia, specializing in professional painting and decorating services for residential and commercial projects. The company has been operating since 2022.

Responsibilities

1. Mix and prepare paints, stains and varnishes to specified colours and consistencies by combining pigments, oils, thinners, drying agents and other required additives.


2. Prepare and condition surfaces prior to painting by stripping old paint and wallpaper, repairing timber and woodwork, filling cracks, holes and imperfections, and sanding, smoothing and sealing surfaces.


3. Prepare and coat a variety of surfaces with paint, varnishes, stains, and other protective finishes using appropriate brushes, rollers, and spray-painting equipment to achieve a quality and durable finish.


4. Hang and install wallpaper, ensuring correct pattern alignment and matching, with accurate trimming and finishing around corners, edges, fixtures and fittings.


5. Set up and safeguard work areas by erecting scaffolding and ladders and placing drop sheets, covers and other protective materials to minimize paint splatter and protect surrounding areas.


6. Clean, maintain and safely store painting tools, equipment and materials, while leaving work areas tidy and free from paint residue and waste.


7. Undertake minor wall and floor tiling tasks as required, including repairing, replacing and finishing damaged or defective tiles.


8. Comply with relevant workplace health and safety requirements, including the correct use of personal protective equipment and safe handling of tools, materials and painting products additives.

What We’re Looking For

AQF Certificate III including at least One years of on-the-job training or a related Role. Skilled in surface preparation and repairs. Strong attention to detail with a commitment to quality workmanship, safe work. Practices and proper use of PPE. Proficient in colour mixing and matching. Strong attention to detail and workplace safety. We are looking for a skilled and experienced professional to join our team.