Painter

BGIS; Bayside Council; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PPE provided

Uniform provided

iPad provided

Overtime opportunities

Career development

Employee referral bonus $2,000

Novated leasing options

Paid parental leave

Volunteer leave

Job summary

BGIS is seeking an experienced Painter for a full-time, on-site role in Mascot, NSW. You will join a high-profile team delivering painting and surface maintenance across a major aviation precinct, supporting planned and reactive maintenance to facilities used by thousands daily.

The ideal candidate has a trade qualification in Painting and Decorating, solid commercial painting experience, and a focus on quality finishes, safety, and customer service.

Qualifications

• Trade qualification in Painting and Decorating or equivalent.
• Experience in commercial painting and surface preparation.
• Knowledge of paints, coatings, preparation methods and application techniques.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality finishes.
• Experience in planned and reactive maintenance environments.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong time management and organisational skills.
• Understanding of WHS requirements and safe work practices.
• Physically fit for active environments.
• Experience in aviation, transport, infrastructure, or high-traffic public environments.
• Experience using CMMS or work order systems.
• Current Driver’s Licence.
• ASIC clearance (or willingness to obtain).

Responsibilities

• Complete planned and reactive painting maintenance across buildings and facilities.
• Prepare surfaces including sanding, patching, stripping, cleaning, plaster repairs, and mould treatment.
• Apply paints, coatings, and finishes to internal and external surfaces to a high standard.
• Undertake minor building repairs and surface restoration works as required.
• Carry out water blasting and surface cleaning activities.
• Accurately complete and manage work orders using CMMS systems.
• Capture job completion photos and document variations where required.
• Ensure all works are completed safely and in compliance with WHS requirements.
• Maintain clean, safe, and professional work areas within a high-traffic environment.
• Collaborate with Facilities Managers and other trades to support seamless site operations.
• Deliver exceptional customer service and maintain positive stakeholder relationships.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and site presentation standards.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Customer service

Teamwork

Time management

Safety awareness

Education

Trade qualification in Painting and Decorating

Driver's Licence

ASIC clearance

Tools

CMMS

Job description

Painter
Location: Mascot, NSW
Company: BGIS
Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent, On-Site
Benefits: PPE, iPad, iPhone & Uniform Provided | Core Business Hours | 2 Positions Available

About the Role

This is a newly created opportunity supporting a recently awarded, large-scale contract within a nationally significant transport hub. You will be part of a highly visible team where your work directly contributes to the appearance, safety, and overall experience of thousands of daily users.

BGIS is seeking experienced Painters to deliver high-quality painting and surface maintenance services across a major, high-traffic aviation precinct in Mascot. Reporting to the Facilities Management team, you will work collaboratively with BGIS teams and key stakeholders to ensure facilities are maintained to the highest presentation and operational standards.

This role will see you undertaking both planned and reactive maintenance, surface preparation, repair works, and painting across a diverse range of assets and environments. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, take pride in their workmanship, and thrive in a fast-paced operational environment where quality, safety, and professionalism are essential.

Why You’ll Love Working With BGIS

• Competitive wages, yearly increases, and overtime opportunities
• Career growth – paid training, study leave, and structured development pathways
• Quality equipment provided – PPE, uniforms, iPad and iPhone supplied
• Recognition & rewards – spot recognition vouchers and $2,000 employee referral bonus
• Health, wellbeing & lifestyle benefits – Fitness Passport (access for you and your family to gyms and aquatic centres nationwide), employee discounts, and optional yearly paid flu vaccination vouchers
• Additional employee benefits including novated leasing options
• Paid parental leave & volunteer leave
• Safe systems of work and supportive leadership
• Supportive and inclusive team culture
• Work within a high-profile, dynamic operational environment
• AFR Best Places to Work 2024 & 2025
• Winner of Inspiring Workplaces Award 2025
• Work180 Employer of Choice for Women
• Recognised for career development and inclusive practices
• Over 1,000 innovation initiatives globally

What You’ll Be Doing

Complete planned and reactive painting maintenance across buildings and facilities

Prepare surfaces including sanding, patching, stripping, cleaning, plaster repairs, and mould treatment

Apply paints, coatings, and finishes to internal and external surfaces to a high standard

Undertake minor building repairs and surface restoration works as required

Carry out water blasting and surface cleaning activities

Accurately complete and manage work orders using CMMS systems

Capture job completion photos and document variations where required

Ensure all works are completed safely and in compliance with WHS requirements

Maintain clean, safe, and professional work areas within a high-traffic environment

Collaborate with Facilities Managers and other trades to support seamless site operations

Deliver exceptional customer service and maintain positive stakeholder relationships

Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and site presentation standards

Your Education, Experience & Skills

Trade qualification in Painting and Decorating or equivalent industry experience

Demonstrated experience in commercial painting and surface preparation

Knowledge of paints, coatings, preparation methods, and application techniques

Strong attention to detail and commitment to delivering quality finishes

Experience in planned and reactive maintenance environments

Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team

Strong time management and organisational skills

Understanding of WHS requirements and safe work practices

Physically fit and able to work within active operational environments

Strong communication and customer service skills

Experience working within aviation, transport, infrastructure, or high-traffic public environments

Experience using CMMS or work order management systems

Current Driver’s Licence

ASIC clearance (or willingness to obtain)

About BGIS

BGIS is a global leader in integrated facilities management, project delivery, asset management, and technical services. With more than 10,000 employees globally, we deliver innovative service solutions across diverse sectors including government, healthcare, defence, commercial, education, and critical infrastructure. We invest in our people through safe systems of work, modern equipment, career development opportunities, and a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion. Our teams play an essential role in maintaining some of the region's most significant and complex facilities.

We acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we work and pay our respects to Elders past, present, and emerging. BGIS is an equal opportunity employer and strongly encourages applications from women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTQIA+ individuals, and people from culturally diverse backgrounds.