Spray Painter

24 hours ago

Dromana VIC, Australia WD Autobody Pty Ltd Full time $75,000 - $120,000 per year

WD Autobody & Restorations: Reviving History

Contractor Automotive Spray Painter – Flexible Work, Iconic Cars

About Us

WD Autobody & Restorations is a family-owned business in Dromana, known for our precision, craftsmanship, and passion for reviving automotive history. While we specialise in classic, muscle, and historic race car restorations, we also work on prestige and performance vehicles from time to time. Our team values skill, integrity, and attention to detail, and we're looking for experienced contractors who share that same commitment.

About the Role

We're seeking an experienced Spray Painter to join our workshop on a contractor basis. You'll have the opportunity to work on rare and iconic vehicles, taking full ownership of the paint and finishing process alongside our Paint Shop Manager. This role is perfect for a qualified tradesperson who wants flexibility, autonomy, and the chance to focus on top-quality work.

What We're Looking For

  • Trade-qualified Automotive Spray Painter with proven experience.
  • Expertise with automotive paint systems, materials, and equipment.
  • Strong colour-matching and finishing skills.
  • Experience with classic, vintage, or performance vehicles highly desirable.
  • Problem-solving mindset, pride in your craft, and ability to work independently.
  • Professional, reliable, and a good communicator.

Key Responsibilities

  • Mix and apply paints (2K solid, basecoat, acrylic, enamel) to panels, chassis, and components.
  • Prepare and mask items for priming and painting.
  • Finish and polish work to showroom or restoration quality.
  • Manage own workflow in coordination with the Paint Shop Manager.
  • Occasionally liaise with customers and support general workshop tasks.

Requirements

  • Qualified Refinisher / Spray Painter with a portfolio of quality work.
  • Own tools relevant to the role.
  • Australian citizen, permanent resident, NZ citizen, or valid work visa.
  • Current Australian driver's licence.

Why Join Us

  • Work on some of the most iconic classic, motorsport, and prestige vehicles in Australia.
  • Contractor flexibility while being part of a highly respected restoration workshop.
  • Opportunities to attend car shows and motorsport events.
  • Join a skilled, tight-knit team that values precision, passion, and collaboration.

How to Apply

If you're a qualified Spray Painter ready for a contractor role where your skills are respected and your work speaks for itself, we'd love to hear from you. Submit your resume and answers to the key selection questions by clicking Apply.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Subcontract, Casual

Pay: $75,000.00 – $120,000.00 per year

Expected hours: 20 – 40 per week

Application Question(s):

  • Have you worked in car restoration before?
  • Are you willing to demonstrate your spray painting skills during the interview process?
  • How many years' experience do you have as a spray painter?

Work Authorisation:

  • Australia (Required)

Work Location: In person

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