Painter

Apprise Consulting Ltd; Geelong; On-site; AUD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Southern Coatings Alliances in Geelong, Victoria, is seeking an experienced Painter for a permanent, full-time role. You will read blueprints, prepare surfaces, mix and apply paints, and ensure coatings meet specifications.

Applicants must hold a Trade Certificate and a High Risk EWP/Forklift licence, plus protective coatings qualifications. You’ll work independently or in a team, maintain safety, and support project deadlines with attention to detail.

Qualifications

• Trade Certificate – Certificate III in Surface Preparation or equivalent.
• High Risk Licence for EWP and/or Forklift.
• Trade Qualifications in Protective Coatings (ACA, NACE, ICorr, or other trade certs).
• HR licence, high risk licence with EWP and Forklift Drivers Licence (MR or HR class).
• Ability to work well both independently and in a team environment.
• Ability to meet strict deadlines.
• Strong communication skills.
• Keen attention to detail.
• Self-motivated, organised, punctual and reliable.
• Must have great work ethics.

Responsibilities

• Read blueprints/instructions, examine surfaces to determine work.
• Prepare work area including scaffolding and coverings.
• Mix, match and apply paint to various surfaces and perform touch-ups.
• Understand and complete works to specifications.
• Mix correct ratios for two-part coatings.
• Manage consumables to avoid wastage.
• Select paints/varnishes/stains and apply with brushes, sprays, rollers.
• Use Wet Film Thickness Gauges to meet specified thickness.
• Carry out minor repairs as needed.
• Work at heights and in confined spaces; erect scaffolding.
• Clean equipment and work areas; support team to meet deadlines.

Skills

Attention to detail

Self-motivated

Team player

Punctual

Strong communication

Education

Trade Certificate (Surface Preparation)

HR licence with EWP/Forklift

Tools

EWP licence

Forklift licence

HR Licence

Job description

Job Type: Permanent position | Full time position

Job Description

Our valued client - Southern Coatings Alliances - based in Geelong Victoria, is an Australian private company specialising in passive fire protection solutions and high performance industrial protective coatings and painting - is seeking highly experienced PAINTER to join their dedicated team of professionals on full-time and permanent basis. The ideal candidate must be reliable, results-driven, self-motivated, and committed to positively contribute to the team environment. The role includes but is not limited to:

• Read blueprints/instructions, examine, and understand surfaces to determine the kind and amount of work necessary
• Make work preparation such as scaffolding, covering fixtures
• Responsible for mixing, matching, applying paint to various surfaces, and completing touch-ups
• Be able to understand and complete works to specifications
• Be able to mix correct ratio two-part paint coatings etc.
• Proper appropriation of consumables and materials to avoid wastage
• Select paints, varnishes and stains to various surfaces using brushes, sprays, and rollers
• Understand the use of Wet Film Thickness Gauges and be able to achieve specified dry film thickness
• Able to carry out minor repairs as and when deemed necessary
• Use different tools and brushes to apply paints with attention to details
• Be able to work at heights and in confined spaces
• Erecting scaffolding and ladders
• Cleaning equipment and work areas
• Support other team members to ensure completion of projects are on-time and in accordance to specification

To be considered for this role, you must have the following:

• Trade Certificate –Certificate III in Surface Preparation or equivalent (for Blaster/Painters)
• High Risk Licence for EWP and/or Forklift
• Trade Qualifications in Protective Coatings (ACA, NACE, ICorr, or other trade certs)
• HR licence, high risk licence with EWP and Forklift Drivers Licence (MR or HR class)
• Ability to work well both independently and in a team environment
• Ability to meet strict deadlines
• Strong communication skills
• Keen attention to detail
• Self-motivated, organised, punctual and reliable
• Must have great work ethics

Salary: Between $75,000 and $85,000 per annum + Super