Vehicle Painter

Meridian; Sydney; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Meridian Industries in Sydney's industry sector is seeking a Vehicle Painter for a full-time role in Wetherill Park. You will prep and paint truck bodies and cabs, ensuring high-quality finishes and strict attention to detail. The position offers stable full-time employment with a focus on safety and efficiency in a manufacturing workshop.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in industrial painting (truck or automotive industry preferred).
• Relevant trade qualification.
• High attention to detail and pride in workmanship.
• Strong work ethic and reliability.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Prepare truck bodies and cabs for painting (sanding, masking, priming).
• Apply industrial coatings to achieve a professional finish.
• Ensure quality control throughout the process.
• Mix paint products to achieve accurate colour matching.
• Apply primers, undercoats, colour coats and clear coats using spray-painting equipment.
• Inspect repaired panels and identify any imperfections that require additional preparation before painting.
• Carry out paint repairs and refinishing work on vehicles damaged through accidents, wear and tear, or corrosion.
• Remove and refit trims, mouldings, lights and other components as necessary during painting.
• Perform colour matching and blending for consistent finish across panels.
• Polish, buff and detail painted surfaces to high workshop standards.
• Maintain spray booths, paint guns, compressors and related equipment.
• Monitor paint materials and advise on stock replenishment.
• Complete final quality checks to ensure paintwork meets customer expectations.

Skills

Industrial painting

Attention to detail

Strong work ethic

Teamwork

Independent work

Education

Trade qualification

Job description

Now Hiring: Vehicle Painter – Full-Time (38h/Week) Location: 3 Ross Place, Wetherill Park, NSW Industry: Manufacturing / Automotive / Truck Bodies Meridian Industries is expanding and looking for an experienced and motivated Vehicle Painter to join our team! In this full-time role, you’ll be responsible for prepping and painting truck bodies and cabs, ensuring high-quality finishes and attention to detail. Salary: AUD $80,000 - $90,000 plus superannuation Duties and Responsibilities Prepare truck bodies and cabs for painting (sanding, masking, priming) Apply industrial coatings to achieve a professional finish. Ensure quality control throughout the process Prepare vehicle panels and surfaces for refinishing by sanding, cleaning, masking and applying body fillers where required. Mix paint products to achieve accurate colour matching in accordance with manufacturer specifications and customer requirements. Apply primers, undercoats, colour coats and clear coats using spray-painting equipment. Inspect repaired panels and identify any imperfections that require additional preparation before painting. Carry out paint repairs and refinishing work on vehicles damaged through accidents, wear and tear, or corrosion. Remove and refit trims, mouldings, lights, door handles and other vehicle components as necessary during the painting process. Perform colour matching and blending techniques to ensure a consistent finish across repaired and existing panels. Polish, buff and detail painted surfaces to achieve a high-quality finish and workshop standards. Maintain spray booths, paint guns, compressors and related equipment in good working condition. Monitor paint materials and consumables and advise when stock replenishment is required. Complete final quality checks to ensure paintwork meets customer expectations and workshop requirements. Work closely with panel beaters and other workshop staff to ensure repairs are completed efficiently and within scheduled timeframes. Maintain a clean and organised work area and comply with workplace health and safety procedures at all times. Prepare and maintain basic records relating to repair work completed, materials used and job progress. What We're Looking For: Previous experience in industrial painting (truck or automotive industry preferred) Relevant trade qualification High attention to detail and pride in workmanship Strong work ethic and reliability Ability to work independently and as part of a team What We Offer: Competitive salary based on your experience Full-time, secure employment A supportive and professional team environment Opportunities for growth within the company Job Type: Full-time Ability to commute/relocate: Wetherill Park NSW 2164: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred) Work Location: In person