Painter and Decorator (Full-Time)

MINIX HOMES PTY LTD; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

MINIX HOMES PTY LTD in Melbourne is looking for a qualified full-time Painter and Decorator to join our team. You will apply paint, varnish, wallpaper and other finishes to interior and exterior surfaces of residential and commercial buildings.

The ideal candidate has 1–2 years of post-qualification experience, an AQF Certificate III in Painting and Decorating, the White Card, and a strong eye for detail. You will work independently or with a team to ensure safe, high-quality results.

Qualifications

• AQF Certificate III in Painting and Decorating is required.
• White Card is compulsory.
• 1–2 years post-qualification experience preferred.
• Knowledge of OH&S standards in Australia.

Responsibilities

• Examining plans and specifications to determine material quantities.
• Preparing surfaces by removing old paint, filling cracks, and sanding.
• Erecting scaffolding and ladders safely to access elevated work areas.
• Mixing and matching paints to achieve required colours and textures.
• Applying paints, varnishes, stains, and lacquers with brushes, rollers or spray.
• Hanging wallpaper and decorative fabrics on interior walls if required.
• Cleaning up sites and maintaining a safe working environment.

Skills

Attention to detail

Reliability

Teamwork

Independent work

Education

AQF Certificate III in Painting and Decorating

White Card

Job description

MINIX HOMES PTY LTD is an established painting and decorating business looking for a qualified and experienced full-time Painter and Decorator to join our team. You will be responsible for applying paint, varnish, wallpaper, and other finishes to protect and decorate interior and exterior surfaces of residential and commercial structures.

Key responsibilities

• Examining plans and specifications to determine quantities of materials required
• Preparing surfaces by removing old paint, filling cracks, and sanding down rough spots
• Erecting scaffolding and ladders safely to access elevated work areas
• Mixing, matching, and thinning paint to achieve required colours and specified textures
• Applying different paint, varnishes, stains, and lacquers using hand tools or equipment such as brushes, rollers, or spray guns
• Hanging wallpaper and decorative fabric linings on interior walls if required
• Cleaning up work sites, equipment, and maintaining a safe working environment

About you

• An Australian AQF Certificate III in Painting and Decorating (or an equivalent international qualification)
• Minimum of 1 to 2 years of verified, full-time post-qualification work experience
• Strong attention to detail, reliability, and the ability to work independently or in a team
• Knowledge of compliance with Australian occupational health and safety standards
• White card compulsory

About us

MINIX HOMES PTY LTD is an established painting and decorating business.