Industrial Spray Painter Apprentice

1 week ago


Sunshine Coast, Australia Shadforth Civil Full time $70,000 - $120,000 per year
  • Kick start your career with a Family Based Business on the Sunshine Coast.
  • Supportive team, be guided by our experienced trades personnel
  • Practical on-the-job learning

Kick start your career with Shadforth with an Industrial Spray Painter apprenticeship, based in the Sunshine Coast. You'll receive on-the-job practical learning, with mentoring, guidance and support from our experienced trades personnel while working towards a nationally recognised qualification.

What You'll Do:

  • Prepare and prime surfaces of heavy plant, vehicles and equipment
  • Apply protective coatings using spray-painting techniques
  • Learn to colour match and apply finishes to high standards
  • Maintain tools and spray-painting equipment
  • Follow safety procedures and quality control checks
  • Work alongside experienced tradespeople in a purpose-built workshop

What We're Looking For:

  • A keen eye for detail and pride in your work
  • Enthusiasm to learn and develop hands-on skills
  • Commitment to safety and teamwork
  • Hold Current manual Driver Licence and own transport
  • Construction Industry White Card
  • Completed Year 12 - preferable
  • Ability to work across 6 days - Monday to Saturday with 6.30am starts each day with the flexibility to regularly work overtime hours
  • Ability to perform manual handling and repetitive tasks with some moderate to heavy lifting and reaching

What can I expect as an Apprentice with Shadforth?

  • Receive structured nationally recognised training through internal and external training (ie. TAFE) and on-the-job experience
  • Gaining experience from a range of qualified trade experts whilst being supported by onsite apprentice mentors
  • Grow and develop a long-term career with training and support from day one
  • Learn while earning an income, with access to various employee benefits
  • Join a team that encourages employees to contribute ideas and drive positive change

About Us

Shadforth are one of Queensland's largest family-owned civil construction companies originating on the Sunshine Coast over 50 years ago. We have a strong presence across Queensland and Northern New South Wales where we have developed an outstanding reputation working across many sectors including residential and commercial subdivisions and major civil infrastructure, including roads and bridges.

If you're ready to build a rewarding career with one of Queensland's leading civil contractors, we want to hear from you, apply today



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