Painter

JobSpace; Wellington; On-site; NZD 37,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full-time permanent employment

Competitive hourly rate $27–$30 NZD

30–50 hours per week

Ongoing work

Wellington region projects

Tight-knit team

Job summary

Vistar Decorators Ltd is seeking experienced painters to join a busy Wellington region team. The role offers full-time permanent employment with a competitive hourly rate and ongoing work across residential and commercial sites.

Expect 30–50 hours per week, with a requirement to work weekends if needed. Own transport is preferred. You will work with a tight-knit team on various projects throughout Wellington.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience in interior and exterior painting.
• Level 4 qualification in painting or related field.

Responsibilities

• Erect access equipment with training and competency.
• Prepare surfaces by repairing holes, cracks and removing old paint.
• Protect surrounding areas by covering with cloth or plastic.
• Apply paints, varnishes and stains using brushes, rollers and sprays.
• Cut and hang wallpaper, vinyl and backing paper.
• Clean brushes and tools and tidy work areas.
• Use appropriate materials and safety guidelines for completion of works.
• Keep records of materials used on each project.
• Attend mandatory training and development courses.
• Perform other tasks as requested by the employer.

Skills

Experience painting

Weekend availability

Teamwork

Long hours

Education

Level 4 painting qualification

Job description

Jora New Zealand will close on 9th September 2026. Thank you for being with us, we are cheering you on as you continue your career journey.

Are you hard-working and looking for continuity of work in the busy sector?
VISTAR DECORATORS LTD is a painting company that provides professional and
quality services for the Wellington region. We are looking for experienced painters to
join our busy team.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Full-time permanent employment
• Work region: Wellington region
• Competitive hourly rate: from $27 to $30 per hour (based on skills and experience)
• Work hour: minimum 30 hours per week, maximum 50 hours per week
• Ongoing work
• Working with a tight-knit team on residential & commercial sites throughout Wellington region.

WHAT WE REQUIRE

• At least 2-year of experience in interior and exterior painting/plastering, working on residential or commercial projects OR level 4 qualification in painting or a related field.
• Flexibility to work on weekends if required
• Reliable and fit
• Hard-working
• Good teamwork
• Are available to work long hours and have the ability to work within tight deadlines
• Have a can-do attitude and good work ethic
• You are preferred to have your own license and car.

TASKS

• Erecting access equipment as required, with appropriate training and competency.
• Prepare painting surfaces by repairing holes, cracks and joins; removing oldpaint/wallpaper; grinding, sandpapering, smoothing, cleaning surfaces of dust and dirt,etc.
• Prepare the surrounding area by covering with cloth or plastic to prevent messes.
• Apply paint, varnishes and stains to surfaces using brushes, rollers and sprays as per specifications.
• Cut and hang wallpaper, vinyl and backing paper.
• Clean brushes, spray painting equipment and tools used in preparation and paintingand tidying up the working areas.
• Select and use appropriate materials, tools and equipment within safety guidelines asnecessary for the completion of works.
• Keep a record of materials purchased and used on each project.
• Attend mandatory and other appropriate training and development courses as requested.
• Any other task the employer might reasonably request.

If you’re a skilled painter looking to be part of a professional, supportive, and busy team,
we’d love to hear from you.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.