Painter And Decorator

Wakefield Painting Systems; Gold Coast City; On-site; AUD 77,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Wakefield Painting Systems in Australia is seeking a full-time Painter to join our team. You will set up ladders, protect areas, prepare surfaces, and mix paints to achieve a high-quality finish.

You will apply paints to interior and exterior surfaces using brushes, rollers, and spray equipment, keep a clean worksite and follow safety procedures. Applicants should have trade qualifications or equivalent experience, at least 1 year painting experience, a valid driver’s licence, and reliable

Qualifications

• Hold relevant trade qualifications or equivalent industry experience.
• Have at least 1 year of relevant full-time painting experience.
• Hold a current driver’s licence and have reliable transport to travel to job sites.
• Demonstrate strong attention to detail and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Set up ladders and access equipment safely and place protective drop sheets.
• Prepare surfaces by removing old paint or wallpaper, repairing timber, filling holes and cracks, and sanding/sealing.
• Prepare paints and coatings, check colour consistency, and adjust as required.
• Apply paints, varnishes and stains to interior and exterior surfaces using brushes, rollers and spray equipment.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment by cleaning tools and work areas and following safety procedures.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Independent work

Education

Trade qualifications or equivalent experience

Tools

Brushes and rollers

Spray equipment

Ladders

Drop sheets

Job description

Wakefield Painting Systems has an excellent opportunity for a full-time Painter to join our team.

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

Setting up ladders and access equipment safely and placing protective drop sheets to protect surrounding areas from paint splashes.

Preparing surfaces prior to painting by removing old paint or wallpaper, repairing timber where required, filling holes and cracks, and sanding and sealing surfaces to ensure a smooth finish.

Preparing paints and coatings for application, including selecting suitable products, checking colour consistency, and adjusting paint where required.

Applying paints, varnishes and stains to interior and exterior surfaces using brushes, rollers and spray equipment to achieve a high-quality finish.

Maintaining a clean and safe work environment by cleaning tools, equipment and work areas after completing tasks.

Following workplace health and safety procedures at all times.

Applicants for this position should:

Hold relevant trade qualifications or equivalent industry experience.

Have at least 1 year of relevant full-time painting experience.

Hold a current driver’s licence.

Have reliable transport to travel to and from job sites.

Demonstrate strong attention to detail and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Remuneration

Salary range: $77,000 – $80,000 per annum plus superannuation, depending on experience.

Applications Open

This position is open to applications and expressions of interest for a minimum of 28 days from the date of publication.