Position: Vehicle Painter

Employer: GARDINER SMASH REPAIRS PTY LTD (ABN 78 290 862 541)

Location: Roma QLD 4455

Employment type: Full-time, permanent — 38 hours, working Monday to Friday from 7:30 am to 4:00 pm, with overtime available.

Remuneration: $79,000 - $84,000 per annum, exclusive of superannuation, plus compulsory superannuation and any applicable penalty rates, overtime and allowances

Applicable award: Vehicle Repair, Services and Retail Award 2020

How to apply

Applicants who are Australian citizens or permanent residents, and who hold the right to work in Australia, are encouraged to apply. To apply, please submit your current resume together with a brief covering letter outlining your relevant trade qualifications and experience in vehicle painting. Applications may be lodged through this advertising platform.

Benefits

Hours and remuneration

This is a full-time position of approximately 38 ordinary hours per week, worked Monday to Friday from 7:30 am to 4:00 pm, with overtime available. The remuneration for the role is $79,000 – $84,000 per annum, exclusive of superannuation, together with compulsory superannuation and any penalty rates, overtime and allowances payable under the Vehicle Repair, Services and Retail Award 2020

Task & responsibilities

About the role

We are seeking a skilled Vehicle Painter to deliver high-quality vehicle finishes that meet customer specifications. The successful candidate will work closely with the panel team to ensure efficient workflow, maintain consistent workmanship standards and minimise rework.

Key duties and responsibilities

•    Removing rough spots and imperfections from vehicle panels.

•    Sanding vehicle surfaces by hand and using power sanders.

•    Masking areas not requiring paint using tape and protective paper.

•    Matching colours, mixing paints to achieve required shades, and selecting pre-mixed paints.

•    Applying primer and finishing coats using spray guns, and sanding surfaces between coats.

•    Touching up paintwork and polishing vehicle surfaces.

•    Removing masking materials, and waxing and polishing completed paintwork.

•    Painting signs and decorative artwork on vehicles.

•    Applying rust-proofing chemicals to vehicle surfaces.

Qualification & experience

Skills and experience required

•    AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on-the-job training, or AQF Certificate IV (ANZSCO Skill Level 3)

•    At least three years of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualifications listed above.

•    Experience with paint systems, colour matching, vehicle painting techniques and equipment. Understanding of different paint types, solvents and chemical properties.  3+ years’ experience in a collision repair environment would be highly desirable. Willingness to learn new techniques and adopt best practices.

•    Attention to detail with demonstrated ability to produce high-quality, consistent, and smooth finishes, showing pride in your work.

•    Ability to manage multiple jobs and meet deadlines. Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills to address any issues that may arise.

•    Ability to work efficiently and effectively in a team environment with a willingness to follow direction and supervise less experienced staff as required. A strong sense of motivation, responsibility and discipline.

•    Understanding of WHS requirements, PPE use and safe handling of paints/solvents.  Ability to stand for long periods and work in a workshop environment.

•    Licence to operate a motor vehicle (Class C)