Painter

Ku-ring-gai Council; Ku-ring-gai; On-site; AUD 73,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Novated Lease options available for on

Health & Fitness reimbursement (up to

Free confidential Employee Assistance

Development and training opportunities

Job summary

Ku-ring-gai Council is seeking a dedicated Painter to maintain Council buildings, facilities and community assets to a high standard. You will undertake painting, graffiti removal, signwriting and line-marking, coordinate works across facilities and manage materials and costs.

The role requires a TAFE Certificate of Trade or equivalent, a Class C Driver Licence, a Traffic Control Certificate, First Aid, WHS White Card and at least five years of painting experience.

Qualifications

• TAFE Certificate of Trade or equivalent qualification.
• Current Class C Driver Licence.
• Traffic Control Certificate.
• First Aid Certificate.
• WHS White Card.
• Minimum five years’ relevant painting and trade experience.

Responsibilities

• Undertake painting, graffiti removal, signwriting and line marking on Council assets.
• Coordinate and complete painting works across Council facilities and community assets.
• Prepare surfaces, mix and apply paint and coatings using appropriate equipment and techniques.
• Construct and dismantle scaffolding as required.
• Order and manage materials required for painting works.
• Provide quotes and maintain accurate records of painting work and associated costs.
• Complete work orders, asset inspections and required documentation accurately and within required timeframes.
• Operate and maintain plant, vehicles and equipment in accordance with relevant procedures and safety requirements.
• Provide professional advice and options to internal and external customers.
• Work collaboratively with other trades and contribute to the day-to-day outputs of the Trades section.
• Ensure Australian Standards, Codes of Practice, WHS requirements and Council procedures are followed.

Skills

Driver Licence (Class C)

Traffic Control Certificate

First Aid Certificate

WHS White Card

Painting & trade experience (5+ years)

Education

TAFE Certificate of Trade or equivalent qualification

Job description

• Salary $72,964.74 to $84,638.44 p/a + super
• 38 hour working week/ 9 day fortnight
• Novated Lease options available

About Ku-ring-gai Council

Located 16 km’s north of the Sydney CBD, the Ku-ring-gai area covers 84km2, is home to 124,000 residents and set in one of New South Wales’ most attractive natural environments.

About the role

Council is seeking a dedicated and reliable Painter to join our team, helping to maintain Council’s buildings, facilities and community assets to a high standard

Your duties will include, but are not limited to:

• Undertake painting, graffiti removal, signwriting and line marking on Council assets.
• Coordinate and complete painting works across Council facilities and community assets.
• Prepare surfaces, mix and apply paint and coatings using appropriate equipment and techniques.
• Construct and dismantle scaffolding as required.
• Order and manage materials required for painting works.
• Provide quotes and maintain accurate records of painting work and associated costs.
• Complete work orders, asset inspections and required documentation accurately and within required timeframes.
• Operate and maintain plant, vehicles and equipment in accordance with relevant procedures and safety requirements.
• Provide professional advice and options to internal and external customers.
• Work collaboratively with other trades and contribute to the day-to-day outputs of the Trades section.
• Ensure Australian Standards, Codes of Practice, WHS requirements and Council procedures are followed.

Required Qualifications, Skills & Experience

• TAFE Certificate of Trade or equivalent qualification
• Current Class C Driver Licence
• Traffic Control Certificate
• First Aid Certificate
• WHS White Card
• Minimum five years’ relevant painting and trade experience
• 38 hours per week/9 day fortnight
• Access to Fitness Passport
• Novated Lease options available for private use vehicles
• Up to $100 Health & Fitness yearly reimbursement (conditional)
• Free confidential Employee Assistance Program
• Supportive team environment
• Access to a wide range of development and training opportunities

For more information on the benefits offered at Ku-ring-gai Council, please refer to our website click here.

Like to know more? Please contact Andrew Yeates on 9424 0945

Closes: 11:30pm, 02/10/2026

Ku-ring-gai Council is an equal opportunity employer