Painter

LING HANG BUILDING CONSTRUCTION LIMITED; Auckland; On-site; NZD 37,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

LING HANG BUILDING CONSTRUCTION LIMITED is actively seeking three Painters in the Auckland Region to join our team on a full-time, permanent basis. The role requires a minimum commitment of 30 hours per week, Monday to Saturday, with a pay rate of NZD $27–$35 per hour depending on skills and experience.

The candidate will prepare surfaces, apply paints and finishes, and ensure high-quality workmanship on home renovation projects.

Qualifications

• Two years’ relevant work experience in painting or a similar field.
• NZQCF Level 4 or higher qualification or Bachelor's degree as alternative.
• Candidates must be reliable and able to work well in a team.

Responsibilities

• Prepare surfaces, mask areas, and protect surroundings.
• Scrape, sand, and wash surfaces before painting.
• Fill holes, mix paint, and apply finishes per project specs.
• Move furniture and access all project areas.
• Calculate paint quantities and project timelines.
• Apply paint and decorative finishes with suitable tools.

Skills

Reliable team player

Education

NZQCF Level 4 or higher

Bachelor’s degree or higher

Job description

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LING HANG BUILDING CONSTRUCTION LIMITED – Auckland, North Island

LING HANG BUILDING CONSTRUCTION LIMITED is an Auckland-based construction company specialising in home renovations and residential refurbishment projects. We are currently looking for three painters to join our team.

Work location: Auckland Region
Vacancies: 3
Employment type: Full-time, permanent
Hours of work: A minimum of 30 hours per week, Monday to Saturday
Pay rate: NZD $27–$35 per hour, depending on skills and experience

LING HANG BUILDING CONSTRUCTION LIMITED is an Auckland-based construction company specialising in home renovations and residential refurbishment projects. We are currently looking for three painters to join our team.

Work location: Auckland Region
Vacancies: 3
Employment type: Full-time, permanent
Hours of work: A minimum of 30 hours per week, Monday to Saturday
Pay rate: NZD $27–$35 per hour, depending on skills and experience

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare surrounding areas by covering them with cloth or plastic to prevent mess and damage, and mask off areas as required.
• Prepare walls and other surfaces for painting by scraping, sanding, removing old paint, removing fixtures and washing surfaces.
• Fill holes and cracks, apply filler where required, and sand and smooth surfaces in preparation for painting.
• Move furniture and equipment as necessary to access all areas of the project.
• Calculate the quantity of paint and the amount of time required for each project.
• Mix paint and other materials to produce the required colours and finishes in accordance with instructions.
• Apply paint, varnish and other finishing materials to surfaces using hand and power tools, brushes, rollers and spraying equipment.
• Apply decorative and faux finishes as required by each project.
• Identify and purchase the correct materials, including paint, brushes and other supplies, when required.
• Clean tools and equipment and reinstall removed fixtures upon completion of each project.

Skills and Experience

Candidates should meet at least one of the following requirements:

• A minimum of two years’ relevant work experience in the same or a similar industry; or
• A relevant qualification or certificate equivalent to NZQCF Level 4 or higher; or a bachelor’s degree or higher.

Candidates are also expected to:

• Be reliable and able to follow instructions and work effectively as part of a team.
• Be physically fit and capable of undertaking physically demanding work.
• Demonstrate strong attention to detail.
• Have practical and effective problem-solving skills.
• Show a positive, can-do attitude.

New Zealand citizens and residents will be given priority. If you are not a New Zealand citizen or resident, please state your current New Zealand visa status in your cover letter.