Painter and Decorator

Fidato; Gold Coast City; On-site; AUD 34,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Fidato Services GC is seeking an experienced Painter for an immediate start. This full-time position is 38 hours per week, based in Molendinar, QLD, with an emphasis on quality surface preparation and finishing.

You will work both independently and as part of a team to deliver large-scale projects. A strong focus on safety, attention to detail, and reliable transport to sites is essential.

Qualifications

• AQF Certificate III in Painting and Decorating with at least two years on-the-job training, or AQF Certificate IV, or at least three years of painting experience.
• Strong knowledge of painting techniques, equipment and materials.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Erect ladders and place drop sheets to protect adjacent areas from paint splatter.
• Prepare surfaces for painting by removing old paint, cleaning, scraping, sanding and sealing surfaces.
• Select and mix paints, stains and coatings to achieve required colours and finishes.
• Apply paint, varnish and other finishes using brushes, rollers and spray equipment.
• Mask and protect adjacent surfaces during painting.
• Repair and patch surfaces as needed.
• Coordinate with project managers and team members to meet deadlines.
• Maintain tools and equipment in good working condition.
• Follow workplace health and safety procedures at all times.

Skills

Painting techniques

Attention to detail

Independent work

Teamwork

Physical fitness

Reliable transport

Safety procedures

Education

AQF Certificate III in Painting and Decorating (incl. 2+ years on-the-job)

AQF Certificate IV

Job description

Fidato Services GC are looking for an experienced Painter for an immediate start. This is a full-time, ongoing position, working 38 hours per week, based in Molendinar, QLD.

Key responsibilities

• Erecting ladders, and placing drop sheets to protect adjacent areas from paint splatter
• Preparing surfaces for painting by removing old paint, cleaning, scraping, sanding, filling holes and cracks, and smoothing and sealing surfaces
• Selecting and mixing paints, stains and coatings to achieve the required colours and finishes
• Applying paint, varnish and other finishes using brushes, rollers and spray equipment
• Masking and protecting adjacent surfaces
• Repairing and patching surfaces as needed
• Coordinating with project managers and team members to meet project deadlines
• Maintaining tools and equipment in good working condition
• Following workplace health and safety procedures at all times

About you

• AQF Certificate III in Painting and Decorating (including at least two years of on-the-job training), or AQF Certificate IV, or at least three years of relevant painting experience
• Strong knowledge of painting techniques, equipment and materials
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Attention to detail and physical fitness for extended periods of painting
• Reliable transport to project sites
• Construction induction (white card) and knowledge of safety procedures

About us

Fidato Services Group is a leading painting and property services company specialising in large-scale projects such as schools, hospitals and apartment complexes.