BrushHand

Tradestaff New Zealand; Otago; On-site; NZD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is looking for an experienced Brush Hand to join a dynamic team in Dunedin. Responsibilities include preparing surfaces and applying finishes. Ideal candidates will have relevant experience and their own tools. This position offers weekly pay and potential ongoing work. Apply now to join a trusted company with a strong commitment to quality and ethics.

Benefits

Weekly pay

Potential for ongoing work

Great team dynamic

Qualifications

• Experience as a brush hand or painter is essential.
• A current Site Safe ticket is preferred.
• Attention to detail is a must.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, prime, sand, seal, and paint surfaces.
• Apply various paint materials including varnish and epoxy.
• Maintain and use brushes, rollers, and sprayers.

Skills

Attention to detail

Relevant experience as a brush hand or painter

Ability to work independently

Education

NZ Painting Qualification preferred

Tools

Basic painting tools

Job description

Overview

Brush Hand – Are you an experienced brush hand looking for your next opportunity? We’re seeking reliable, skilled workers to join a great team on a range of painting and finishing projects around Dunedin. If you take pride in quality workmanship and are ready to start immediately, we want to hear from you.

Location: Dunedin City

Start date: Immediate start available

Pay rate: $28–30 per hour (paid weekly)

You’ll be responsible for

• Preparing, priming, sanding, sealing, and painting surfaces, furniture, buildings, and fixtures
• Applying a range of materials including varnish, lacquer, enamel, latex, epoxy, and waterproofing finishes
• Working on new builds, multi-story sites, renovations, and alterations
• Using and maintaining brushes, rollers, sprayers, and soda blasting equipment
• Taping, flushing, repairing, and applying textured finishes, wallpaper, and acoustic layers
• Adjusting paint colours and delivering a high-quality finish across various projects

To be successful in this role, you’ll need

• Relevant experience as a brush hand or painter
• NZ Painting Qualification preferred
• A current Site Safe ticket (or willingness to get one)
• Strong attention to detail and a professional finish
• Your own basic painting tools
• Your own transport to get to site

What we offer

• Weekly pay
• Potential for ongoing work
• Great team dynamic

Why work with Tradestaff?

We’re a trusted recruitment partner with over 3 decades of experience in matching skilled tradies with great opportunities. We’re also proud members of the Recruitment & Consulting Services Association (RCSA) of Australia and New Zealand, which means we’re committed to high standards and ethical practices.

Apply online today or call the team on 03 474 0655 to find out more!