Marine & Industrial Painter Apprentice

Babcock Australia & New Zealand; Auckland; On-site; NZD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Structured training

Mentoring

Career progression

Defence sector exposure

Job summary

Babcock Australia & New Zealand invites applications for an Apprentice Painter/Industrial Coatings based in Devonport, Auckland. Kick‑start your career with a Marine and Industrial Painting Apprenticeship, learning surface preparation, protective coatings and industrial painting while working towards a national qualification.

Join a safety‑focused team supporting ship and shore‑based maintenance projects, with mentoring, clear career progression and an earn‑while‑you‑learn pathway.

Qualifications

• Willing to learn and develop trade skills in marine and industrial coatings.
• Able to follow instructions accurately and safely in a team environment.
• Basic understanding of hand and power tools and commitment to health & safety.

Skills

Willingness to learn

Follow instructions

Communication & teamwork

Attention to detail

Hand & power tools

Problem-solving

Health & safety

Time management

Education

NCEA Level 2 or equivalent

Pre-Trade qualification in Construction/Engineering/Painting or related field

Laboratory/warehousing or similar hands-on experience

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Painting equipment basics

Job description

Babcock Australia & New Zealand invites applications for an Apprentice Painter/Industrial Coatings based in Devonport, Auckland. Kick‑start your career with a Marine and Industrial Painting Apprenticeship, learning surface preparation, protective coatings and industrial painting while working towards a national qualification.

Join a safety‑focused team supporting ship and shore‑based maintenance projects, with mentoring, clear career progression and an earn‑while‑you‑learn pathway.