Painting Apprenticeships

Job summary

The apprentice will prepare surfaces and apply various paint and textured coatings using brushes, rollers, and sprays. Responsibilities also include reading specifications, handling materials, and maintaining equipment like trestle systems.

Job details

We are recruiting Painting Apprentices on behalf of our members to join their growing teams. If you have an eye for detail and enjoy work that delivers visible results, this is a great opportunity to build a rewarding career in the painting and decorating industry. Working alongside qualified and skilled painters, you will gain valuable hands-on experience, mentoring, and ongoing support throughout your apprenticeship. ABOUT THE ROLE As a Painting Apprentice, your duties will include: Carrying out measurements and basic calculations Reading and interpreting plans and specifications Erecting and maintaining trestle and plank systems Handling painting and decorating materials Using painting and decorating tools and equipment Removing and replacing doors, windows, and components Preparing surfaces for painting Applying paint using brushes and rollers Applying textured coating finishes by brush, roller, and spray Requirements ABOUT YOU The successful candidate will have: A genuine interest in undertaking a Painting Apprenticeship A White Card, or the ability to obtain one as soon as possible Physical fitness and the ability to perform manual labour A willingness to learn and work as part of a team A positive attitude, reliability, and strong work ethic The ability to follow instructions and take direction Trustworthiness and motivation Preferred (but not essential): A current driver’s licence and reliable vehicle Previous painting or construction-related work experience Benefits BENEFITS Paid apprenticeship with on-the-job training Ongoing mentoring from experienced, qualified painters Nationally recognised qualification upon completion Opportunity to build long-term career pathways in the industry Supportive team environment Exposure to a variety of residential and commercial projects Development of practical, in-demand trade skills Job security in a growing industry HOW TO APPLY Please submit your resume outlining your suitability for the role by clicking Apply Now. Eligibility Requirement: To be eligible for an apprenticeship or traineeship, you must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident, or hold an eligible visa with approved working rights in Australia. Please note that not all visa subclasses with work rights are eligible for apprenticeship arrangements. To confirm your visa subclass and working rights in Australia, you should contact the Department of Home Affairs or check your details online via VEVO (Visa Entitlement Verification Online).

What you’ll do

The apprentice will prepare surfaces and apply various paint and textured coatings using brushes, rollers, and sprays. Responsibilities also include reading specifications, handling materials, and maintaining equipment like trestle systems.

Requirements

Candidates must have a genuine interest in painting, physical fitness for manual labor, and a White Card or the ability to obtain one. A driver's license and previous construction experience are preferred but not essential.

Benefits

• Paid Apprenticeship
• On-the-job Training
• Ongoing Mentoring
• Nationally Recognised Qualification
• Long-term Career Pathways
• Supportive Team Environment
• Exposure to Residential and Commercial Projects
• Development of Practical Trade Skills
• Job Security

Listed skills

• Teamwork · Preferred
• Attention to detail · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Painting
• Decorating
• Surface Preparation
• Brush Application
• Roller Application
• Spray Application
• Reading Plans
• Basic Calculations
• Trestle and Plank Systems
• Manual Labour
• Teamwork
• Attention to Detail

Job areas

• Trades
• Construction