Paint Prepper & Workshop Assistant - Full-Time, Stable NZ Role

NetYourJob; Auckland; On-site; NZD 34,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent employment

Supportive workshop team

Varied work across machinery

Training provided

Job summary

Access Specialties in Auckland is seeking a Paint Prepper / Workshop Assistant to prepare EWPs and other machinery for painting and refurbishment.

You will perform water blasting, degreasing, sanding and masking, ensuring surfaces are ready for a high-quality finish. The role is hands-on, fits a practical team player, and offers a stable, Kiwi-owned workplace with its own workshop. Hours are Mon-Fri 6:30am-4:00pm, 45 hours per week, with occasional Saturday work.

Qualifications

• Experience in paint preparation or related fields is advantageous.
• Confidence using sanders, grinders and other power tools.
• Good attention to detail and pride in workmanship.
• Practical, hands-on approach and ability to work in a team.

Responsibilities

• Water blasting, washing and degreasing machinery.
• Remove dirt, grease, rust, loose paint and corrosion.
• Sand, grind and prepare metal surfaces for painting.
• Masking components and areas not being painted; prep for priming and painting.
• Assist with general machinery refurbishment and keep area clean and safe.

Skills

Paint prep experience

Power tools usage

Team player

Physically fit

Tools

Sanders

Grinders

Power tools

Job description

Access Specialties in Auckland is seeking a Paint Prepper / Workshop Assistant to prepare EWPs and other machinery for painting and refurbishment.

You will perform water blasting, degreasing, sanding and masking, ensuring surfaces are ready for a high-quality finish. The role is hands-on, fits a practical team player, and offers a stable, Kiwi-owned workplace with its own workshop. Hours are Mon-Fri 6:30am-4:00pm, 45 hours per week, with occasional Saturday work.