painter

Housing Industry Association Limited; Victoria; On-site; AUD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Housing Industry Association Limited in Victoria is seeking an experienced Painter to prepare surfaces, apply paints and coatings, and ensure quality workmanship in line with client specifications.

Responsibilities include surface prep, color mixing, material estimation and maintaining tools and safety practices. Requires at least 1 year of relevant experience and a Certificate III in Painting and Decorating preferred.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of painting techniques, coatings, materials and surface preparation methods.

Responsibilities

• Prepare interior and exterior surfaces by scraping, sanding, patching, filling and cleaning.
• Apply paints, primers, varnishes, stains, sealants and protective coatings using brushes, rollers and spray equipment.
• Mix and match paint colours to achieve specified finish and client requirements.
• Measure work areas and estimate material requirements for projects.
• Protect furniture, fixtures, flooring and surrounding surfaces before commencing work.
• Repair minor surface defects, cracks, holes and damaged plaster prior to painting.
• Apply decorative, textured and specialty finishes as required.
• Read and interpret work orders, plans, specifications and project requirements.
• Ensure all work is completed to company quality standards and client expectations.
• Maintain painting tools, equipment and supplies in good working order.
• Always follow workplace health and safety procedures.
• Collaborate effectively with Supervisors, clients, apprentices and other tradespeople.
• Assist with training and mentoring junior staff where required.
• Complete projects within agreed timeframes while maintaining a high standard of workmanship.

Skills

Painting knowledge

Education

Certificate III in Painting and Decorating or equivalent

Job description

• Prepare, repair and protect interior and exterior surfaces before applying paint, coatings and specialty finishes.
• Select and apply suitable products using brushes, rollers and spray equipment, while meeting project specifications and quality standards.
• Maintain tools and safe work practices, complete projects on time, and work collaboratively with clients and other trades.

Tasks & Responsibilities:

• Prepare interior and exterior surfaces by scraping, sanding, patching, filling and cleaning.
• Apply paints, primers, varnishes, stains, sealants and protective coatings using brushes, rollers and spray equipment.
• Mix and match paint colours to achieve specified finish and client requirements.
• Measure work areas and estimate material requirements for projects.
• Protect furniture, fixtures, flooring and surrounding surfaces before commencing work.
• Repair minor surface defects, cracks, holes and damaged plaster prior to painting.
• Apply decorative, textured and specialty finishes as required.
• Read and interpret work orders, plans, specifications and project requirements.
• Ensure all work is completed to company quality standards and client expectations.
• Maintain painting tools, equipment and supplies in good working order.
• Always follow workplace health and safety procedures.
• Collaborate effectively with Supervisors, clients, apprentices and other tradespeople.
• Assist with training and mentoring junior staff where required.
• Complete projects within agreed timeframes while maintaining a high standard of workmanship.

Qualifications & experience:

• Certificate III in Painting and Decorating or equivalent qualification preferred.
• At least one (1) year of relevant experience as a Painter or in a similar role.
• Strong knowledge of painting techniques, coatings, materials and surface preparation methods.