Spray Painter

J&M Prestige Accident Centre; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

J&M Prestige Accident Centre in Thomastown, VIC is seeking an experienced Spray Painter to join our team. This full-time role focuses on preparing, mixing and applying paint finishes to vehicle bodies and components to deliver immaculate results.

You will work with base coats, clear coats and specialty finishes, ensure color matching, and maintain spray equipment. Minimum 5 years in automotive spray painting and strong attention to detail are essential; teamwork and customer service also

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years experience as a spray painter in the automotive industry.
• Expertise in preparation, paint mixing and application techniques.
• Proficiency with spray equipment and familiarity with water-based and solvent-based systems.
• Strong attention to detail with a commitment to flawless finishes.
• Knowledge of colour matching and paint specifications.

Responsibilities

• Prepare vehicle surfaces through sanding, cleaning and masking.
• Mix paints to specifications and colour match requirements.
• Operate spray equipment for base coats, clear coats and specialty finishes.
• Inspect finished work and correct any imperfections.
• Maintain and calibrate spray equipment and follow safety protocols.
• Collaborate with team members including panel beaters to ensure workflow.

Skills

Spray painting

Automotive finishing

Colour matching

Safety compliance

Team collaboration

Tools

Spray equipment

Water-based paints

Solvent-based paints

Job description

J&M Prestige Accident Centre – Thomastown VIC

We are seeking an experienced Spray Painter to join the team at J&M Prestige Accident Centre in Thomastown, VIC. This is a full-time position where you will play a crucial role in delivering high-quality paint finishing services to our valued clients. As a spray painter, you will be responsible for preparing, mixing and applying paint finishes to vehicle bodies and components, ensuring every vehicle leaves our facility looking immaculate and meeting the highest industry standards.

What you'll be doing

• Preparing vehicle surfaces through sanding, cleaning and masking to ensure optimal paint adhesion
• Mixing paint to the correct specifications and colour matching requirements
• Operating spray equipment to apply base coats, clear coats and specialty finishes with precision and consistency
• Inspecting finished work to identify any imperfections and making necessary corrections
• Maintaining and calibrating spray equipment and tools to ensure they are functioning correctly
• Following health and safety protocols and wearing appropriate personal protective equipment at all times
• Collaborating with other team members including panel beaters to ensure seamless workflow

What we're looking for

• Minimum 5 years experience as a spray painter in the automotive industry
• Demonstrated expertise in preparation, paint mixing and application techniques
• Proficiency with spray equipment and familiarity with both water-based and solvent-based paint systems
• Strong attention to detail with a commitment to delivering flawless finishes
• Knowledge of colour matching and paint specifications
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent communication skills and a professional approach to customer service

About us

J&M Prestige Accident Centre is a smash repairs facility located in Thomastown, VIC. We specialise in providing collision repair and refinishing services to vehicle owners and insurance companies. Our reputation is built on our commitment to quality workmanship, attention to detail and customer satisfaction. With a skilled team of professionals we pride ourselves on delivering exceptional results that exceed expectations. We are dedicated to maintaining the highest standards and continuously investing in our people and technology.