Prepper/Spray Painter

Motorama; City of Brisbane; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Big Box Cars in Brisbane is seeking an experienced Prepper/Spray Painter to prepare vehicles efficiently, safely and to a high standard. You will be part of a high-volume reconditioning team, performing masking, sanding and priming, and supporting the spray-painting process.

This permanent full-time role offers ongoing training, a supportive culture and opportunities for career growth within our expanding automotive retail brand. Applicants must have a manual license and Australian work rights.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a vehicle preparation, refinishing or similar workshop role.
• Trade-qualified Spray Painters seeking a support-focused role are encouraged to apply.
• Strong attention to detail and pride in delivering quality work.
• Ability to follow processes and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Good communication and time-management skills.
• Understanding of workshop safety and PPE requirements.
• Manual driver's licence.
• Full Australian work rights.

Responsibilities

• Prepare vehicles for refinishing, including masking, sanding and priming
• Complete prep work for cosmetic repairs and light collision damage
• Support the spray-painting team to ensure efficient workshop workflow
• Conduct quality checks to ensure vehicles are prepared to a high standard
• Maintain a clean, safe and organised work environment
• Follow all workshop safety, PPE and quality procedures
• Assist the team in achieving daily production targets

Skills

Vehicle prep

Spray painting

Attention to detail

Time management

Education

Trade qualification

Tools

Axalta paints

Job description

Big Box Cars is one of Australia's fastest-growing used-car retailers, and we're expanding our high-volume production team. We're looking for an experienced Prepper/Spray Painter to help prepare vehicles efficiently, safely, and to a high standard.

If you enjoy hands-on work, take pride in quality workmanship, and want to be part of a fast-paced workshop environment, we'd love to hear from you.

Big Box Cars is one of Australia's fastest-growing used-car retailers, and we're expanding our high-volume production team. We're looking for an experienced Prepper/Spray Painter to help prepare vehicles efficiently, safely, and to a high standard.

If you enjoy hands-on work, take pride in quality workmanship, and want to be part of a fast-paced workshop environment, we'd love to hear from you.

Why Join Big Box Cars?

• Permanent full-time role in a modern, high-volume reconditioning facility
• Fast-paced, supportive team culture where professionalism, fun and care are valued
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Employee discounts on vehicles, parts and servicing
• Work with a huge range of late-model vehicles
• Be part of a growing automotive retail brand that's redefining the used-car experience
• Genuine opportunities for career progression within our workshop operations

What You'll Be Doing

In this role, you will:

• Prepare vehicles for refinishing, including masking, sanding and priming
• Complete prep work for cosmetic repairs and light collision damage
• Support the spray-painting team to ensure efficient workshop workflow
• Conduct quality checks to ensure vehicles are prepared to a high standard
• Maintain a clean, safe and organised work environment
• Follow all workshop safety, PPE and quality procedures
• Assist the team in achieving daily production targets

About You

We're looking for someone who has:

• Previous experience in a vehicle preparation, refinishing or similar workshop role
• Trade-qualified Spray Painters seeking a support-focused role are encouraged to apply
• Strong attention to detail and pride in delivering quality work
• Ability to follow processes and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
• Good communication and time-management skills
• Understanding of workshop safety and PPE requirements
• Manual driver's licence
• Full Australian work rights

Desirable

• Experience with Axalta paint products
• Previous experience in automotive refinishing or collision repair environments

Join a Brand That's Growing — And Grow With Us

If you're a motivated team player who enjoys hands-on automotive work and wants to join a business with genuine career opportunities, Big Box Cars would love to hear from you.