Painter

Admire Painting & Decorating Services Pty Ltd; Greater Bendigo; On-site; AUD 78,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Admire Painting & Decorating Services Pty Ltd – Bendigo VIC is seeking a skilled Painter for a full-time permanent role based in Wallan, VIC 3756. The successful candidate will apply paints, primers and finishes to interior and exterior surfaces, prepare surfaces, and maintain safe, tidy worksites across residential and commercial properties.

The position requires a Certificate III in Painting and Decorating (or equivalent) and at least 1 year of paid painting experience, with a current White

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Painting and Decorating or equivalent trade qualification.
• Minimum 1 year of relevant paid work experience as a Painter.
• Skills in surface preparation, brush, roller and spray application, colour mixing and wallpaper hanging.
• Current White Card (Construction Induction); Working at Heights training desirable.
• Current driver’s licence and ability to travel to job sites.
• Good communication skills, attention to detail and ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Apply paint, varnish, wallpaper and other finishes to interior and exterior surfaces of residential and commercial buildings.
• Erect and dismantle scaffolding, ladders, trestles and mobile work platforms safely.
• Prepare surfaces by removing old paint and wallpaper using scraping, sanding and related techniques.
• Repair woodwork such as skirting boards, architraves and window frames prior to painting.
• Fill holes and joints in plaster and timber to prepare a sound base for coating.
• Mix paints to required colours and apply primers, sealers and paints to surfaces.
• Hang wallpaper and other wall coverings with accurate measurement and trimming.
• Clean and store equipment and dispose of paint waste according to environmental requirements.

Skills

Surface prep

Brush/roller/spray

Wallpaper hanging

Colour mixing

Education

Certificate III in Painting and Decorating

Job description

Admire Painting & Decorating Services Pty Ltd – Bendigo VIC

Vacancy Listing Dates 9/11/2026 to 7/12/2026
Please Quote Reference Number 19246

• Skilled Painter required
• Full time, permanent role
• Join the team at Admire Painting & Decorating Services Pty Ltd

About the Business

Admire Painting & Decorating Services Pty Ltd is a painting and decorating business based in Wallan, Victoria, servicing residential and commercial properties across Melbourne's northern suburbs and the Mitchell Shire. The company delivers interior and exterior repaints, new-build painting, surface restoration and decorative finishes, and is known for meticulous preparation, clean worksites and high-quality, long-lasting results.

Position Details

• Position Title: Painter
• Employment Type: Full-Time Permanent
• Location: Wallan, VIC 3756
• Salary: $78,000 - $85,000 per annum + 12% Superannuation

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Apply paint, varnish, wallpaper and other finishes to protect, maintain and decorate the interior and exterior surfaces of residential and commercial buildings and structures.
• Erect and dismantle scaffolding, ladders, trestles and mobile work platforms safely, and place drop sheets and masking to protect adjacent floors, furniture, fixtures and landscaping from paint splattering.
• Prepare surfaces by removing old paint and wallpaper using scraping, sanding, stripping and heat-gun techniques.
• Fix and repair damaged woodwork such as skirting boards, architraves, window frames, doors and fascia boards prior to painting.
• Fill holes, cracks and joints in plaster, timber and masonry, and smooth and seal surfaces to achieve a sound base for coating.
• Select and prepare paints to required colours by mixing portions of pigment, oil, and thinning and drying additives to achieve the specified colour schedule, consistency and drying time.
• Apply primers, sealers, undercoats, paints, varnishes and stains to walls, ceilings, timber, metal and masonry surfaces using brushes, rollers and airless spray equipment.
• Hang wallpaper and other wall coverings, measuring and cutting accurately, matching patterns and trimming edges for a seamless finish.
• Clean, maintain and store brushes, rollers, spray guns and other equipment, keep work areas tidy, and dispose of paint waste in line with environmental requirements.
• Repair windows and replace broken glass in wooden and metal frames as required as part of painting projects.
• Inspect job sites, assess surface condition and estimate the quantity of paint, materials and time required for each job.
• Follow WHS procedures and site safety requirements, including working at heights, safe handling of chemicals and lead-paint precautions on older homes.
• Carry out quality checks on completed work, rectify defects and liaise with clients to ensure satisfaction at handover.

Minimum Requirements

• Certificate III in Painting and Decorating or equivalent trade qualification (including recognised overseas equivalents).
• Minimum 1 year of relevant paid work experience as a Painter.
• Demonstrated skills in surface preparation, brush, roller and spray application, colour mixing and wallpaper hanging.
• Current White Card (Construction Induction); Working at Heights training desirable.
• Current driver's licence and ability to travel to job sites.
• Good communication skills, attention to detail and ability to work independently and as part of a team.