We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Spray Painter to apply paint and coatings to various surfaces using spray guns and other specialized equipment. The ideal candidate should have a strong understanding of paint mixing, surface preparation, and application techniques, while maintaining high standards of quality and safety.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare surfaces by cleaning, sanding, masking, or priming as required before painting.
• Mix and match paints to achieve desired color and finish according to specifications.
• Apply paint, varnish, or other coatings using spray guns or automated spray systems.
• Ensure even coating and proper drying times between layers.
• Inspect finished surfaces for quality and consistency; make touch-ups or corrections as needed.
• Maintain and clean spray-painting equipment and work areas.
• Follow safety procedures related to handling chemicals and using personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Work with supervisors or team leads to ensure jobs are completed on time and meet customer or production standards.

Requirements:

• Proven experience as a spray painter, automotive painter, or industrial painter (depending on industry).
• Familiarity with spray-painting equipment, techniques, and safety procedures.
• Good eye for detail, color matching, and surface finishing.
• Physical stamina and ability to stand for long periods and lift heavy items.
• Ability to read and interpret job specifications, technical drawings, or color codes.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certification in spray painting or related trade training.
• Experience in automotive, manufacturing, aerospace, or construction industries.
• Knowledge of different types of coatings (e.g., powder coating, epoxy, polyurethane).

Work Environment:

• May work indoors in paint booths or outdoors, depending on the job.
• Requires wearing PPE such as respirators, gloves, and protective clothing.
• Exposure to fumes, chemicals, and noisy environments.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $70,000.00 – $95,500.00 per year

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Work Authorisation:

• Australia (Preferred)

Work Location: In person