Painter (Residential/Commercial) - Prep, Finishes, Scaffolding

Job Q; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 80,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

Job Q in Rockdale, NSW is seeking a dedicated painter for full-time, on-site work. You will read blueprints, prepare surfaces, mix paints and apply finishes to residential and commercial projects, ensuring quality and efficiency on every job.

The role requires hands-on experience, the ability to assemble scaffolds, estimate materials, and perform sanding, filling and color matching. Benefits include stable hours and competitive pay.

Qualifications

• Relevant trade certificate preferred.
• At least 1 year full-time experience with qualifications or 3 years relevant experience in lieu of qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Read blueprints/instructions and examine surfaces to determine work.
• Build scaffolding and prepare site fixtures for painting.
• Prepare walls and surfaces by scraping, sanding and removing old paint.
• Fill cracks and holes with putty or caulk.
• Paint surfaces and apply finishes as directed.
• Match paint samples for touch-ups and other small projects.
• Calculate costs and negotiate prices with customers.
• Submit finished work orders to supervisor.

Skills

Assembling scaffolds

Calculating quantities

Cleaning surfaces before painting

Filling cracks and holes

Mixing paints

Preparing estimates

Priming/scraping/sanding

Choosing paints appropriately

Education

Certificate III or Certificate IV or higher

Job description

Job Q in Rockdale, NSW is seeking a dedicated painter for full-time, on-site work. You will read blueprints, prepare surfaces, mix paints and apply finishes to residential and commercial projects, ensuring quality and efficiency on every job.

The role requires hands-on experience, the ability to assemble scaffolds, estimate materials, and perform sanding, filling and color matching. Benefits include stable hours and competitive pay.