Painter

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

Benefits offered by this job

Novated Lease options available

Access to Fitness Passport

Up to $100 Health & Fitness yearly

Free confidential Employee Assistance

Job summary

Ku-ring-gai Council is seeking a dedicated Painter to maintain Council’s buildings, facilities and community assets to a high standard. The role supports a 38-hour week with a 9-day fortnight and offers a salary plus super.

Responsibilities include painting, graffiti removal, signwriting, line marking, scaffolding setup, material management and cost recording. The successful candidate will have a TAFE trade certificate, a C‑class licence, Traffic Control and First Aid, and a minimum of five

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.
• 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.

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

First Aid

WHS White Card

Traffic Control

Education

TAFE Certificate of Trade or equivalent qualification

Job description

• Salary $72,964.74to $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 websiteclick here.

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

Ku-ring-gai Council is an equal opportunity employer