Painter
Job Description
The Opportunity
A reputable commercial interiors and fit-out company in Victoria is seeking a skilled Painting Trades Worker to join their growing team on a full-time, permanent basis. The successful candidate will work across a range of commercial construction, hospitality, retail, and interior fit-out projects, delivering high-quality painting and finishing solutions.
This opportunity offers a competitive salary package of AUD $80,000 per annum + superannuation and 482 visa sponsorship available for the right candidate. The role provides the opportunity to work on diverse projects while building a long-term career with an established Australian business.
Key Responsibilities
- Preparing surfaces including sanding, filling, sealing, and repairing imperfections before painting
- Removing old paint, wallpaper, and preparing areas for new finishes
- Applying paints, varnishes, stains, and specialty coatings using brushes, rollers, and spray equipment
- Mixing and preparing paints to achieve required colours and finishes
- Applying decorative finishes, textured coatings, epoxy coatings, and other specialty finishes as required
- Reading and interpreting construction drawings, specifications, and colour schedules
- Ensuring completed painting works meet quality standards and project requirements
- Installing wallpaper, matching patterns, and completing detailed finishing work
- Protecting surrounding areas using scaffolding, ladders, and protective coverings
- Maintaining painting tools, equipment, and work areas in accordance with safety standards
- Repairing minor surfaces, windows, and completing related finishing tasks where required
- Working collaboratively with project managers, supervisors, and other trades on site
- Following all WHS requirements, site procedures, and safe work practices
- Monitoring material usage and reporting project progress to supervisor
Requirements & Eligibility
- Certificate III in Painting and Decorating or equivalent recognised trade qualification
- Minimum 1 year of experience in commercial painting and decorating
- Strong experience using brush, roller, and spray painting techniques
- Knowledge of surface preparation methods including sanding, filling, priming, and sealing
- Ability to interpret construction drawings, specifications, and paint schedules
- Experience working on commercial construction or interior fit-out projects
- Ability to work safely at heights and within active construction environments
- Ability to obtain a White Card (General Construction Induction Training)
- Strong attention to detail with a focus on quality finishes
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Good communication skills and ability to work professionally with supervisors and clients
- Experience with specialty coatings, decorative finishes, or epoxy flooring is advantageous
- Commercial painting experience in hospitality, retail, or high-end fit-out environments is desirable
- Valid driver’s licence is advantageous
Special Instructions
482 Visa sponsorship available for the right candidate.
Sponsorship & Employer Details
Location: Williamstown North, Australia
Status: Accredited Employer (NZ)