Painter Tradesperson

Tropical Reef Shipyard; Cairns Regional; On-site; AUD 75,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Tropical Reef Shipyard in Cairns, Far North Queensland, is seeking a skilled Painting Tradesperson to perform surface preparation and apply protective coatings across a variety of marine projects.

You will be responsible for removing paint and corrosion, preparing timber, metal and composite surfaces, and applying paints, varnishes and epoxy coatings to meet client specifications. Work will include safe, high-quality finishes in a busy shipyard setting.

Qualifications

• Recognised painting trade qualification or relevant experience in marine or industrial painting.
• Experience with protective coating systems, surface preparation and spray application.
• Strong attention to detail and pride in producing quality work.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team; safety-conscious.

Responsibilities

• Remove paint, coatings and corrosion using abrasive blasting, hand tools and ultra-high-pressure water blasting.
• Repair and prepare timber, metal and composite vessel surfaces for painting.
• Carry out abrasive blasting and other surface preparation activities within your training and competency.
• Fill cracks, holes and imperfections in internal linings and marine structures.
• Apply paints, varnishes and epoxy coatings using brushes, rollers and airless spray equipment.
• Follow product specifications, safety procedures and environmental requirements.
• Complete touch-up painting and onboard preservation to client requirements.
• Apply specialty finishes, including anti-corrosion coatings and epoxy flooring.
• Refurbish and maintain teak decking and decorative marine surfaces.

Skills

Surface preparation

Spray application

Protective coatings

Team work

Education

Painting trade qualification

Tools

Abrasive blasting equipment

Airless spray equipment

Job description

Tropical Reef Shipyard is a privately-owned, world-class shipyard in Cairns, Far North Queensland. We service a variety of vessels from Defence, heavy commercial, tugboats and commercial passenger boats. Our expertise covers all facets of vessel maintenance, refit and conversions.

We are seeking a skilled Painting Tradesperson to join our team, carrying out surface preparation and applying protective coatings across a variety of marine projects.

About the role

• Remove paint, coatings and corrosion using abrasive blasting, hand tools and ultra-high-pressure water blasting.
• Repair and prepare timber, metal and composite vessel surfaces for painting.
• Carry out abrasive blasting and other surface preparation activities within your training and competency.
• Fill cracks, holes and imperfections in internal linings and marine structures.
• Apply paints, varnishes and epoxy coatings using brushes, rollers and airless spray equipment.
• Follow product specifications, safety procedures and environmental requirements.
• Complete touch-up painting and onboard preservation to client requirements.
• Apply specialty finishes, including anti-corrosion coatings and epoxy flooring.
• Refurbish and maintain teak decking and decorative marine surfaces.

About you

• A recognised painting trade qualification or relevant experience in marine or industrial painting.
• Experience with protective coating systems, surface preparation and spray application.
• Strong attention to detail and pride in producing quality work.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• A reliable work ethic and commitment to workplace safety.
• Experience working at heights or in confined spaces would be an advantage.

We offer competitive above-award wages, with a base salary of $75,000-$80,000 per annum and opportunities for overtime and weekend work. Join a supportive team committed to a safe workplace, long-term stability and opportunities to grow. Build your future with us.

Tropical Reef Shipyard is an equal opportunity employer, and we value diversity within our company.

Please note only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.