At a Glance
- Tasks: Join our team to create stunning residential spaces through expert painting and decorating.
- Company: Living Gems, a leader in over-50s lifestyle resorts in Queensland.
- Benefits: Full-time role with competitive salary, supportive culture, and real career growth.
- Other info: Emphasis on safety, quality, and teamwork in a dynamic construction setting.
- Why this job: Make a difference in beautiful homes while working in a collaborative environment.
- Qualifications: AQF Certificate III in Painting and Decorating or equivalent experience required.
The predicted salary is between 58500 - 71500 $ per year.
Living Gems is looking for experienced Painter & Decorator to join our construction team, with opportunities available at our Townsville, Rockhampton and Moreton Bay projects.
This is a hands-on role working across our residential construction project, completing internal and external painting and decorating works to a high standard.
You'll work closely with Site Managers, Supervisors and other trades to deliver quality finishes safely and efficiently.
A day in the life...
You'll prepare internal and external surfaces, complete patching and repairs, mix and match paints and apply a range of coatings and finishes using brush, roller and spray applications.
You'll also identify and rectify finish issues, maintain clean work areas and ensure works are completed within construction timeframes.
- Job Duties
- Carry out internal and external painting and decorating work across residential construction projects.
- Prepare, clean, patch and repair surfaces prior to painting activities.
- Apply paints, coatings, stains and finishes using brushes, rollers and spray equipment.
- Mix, select and match colours to achieve the required finish and project specifications.
- Read and interpret plans, drawings and specifications to support project requirements.
- Inspect completed work and identify and rectify defects or finish issues.
- Maintain tools, equipment and work areas in a clean and safe condition.
- Manage workload effectively to meet construction schedules and project deadlines.
- Follow workplace health and safety requirements, policies and procedures at all times.
- Work collaboratively with supervisors, tradespeople and other team members to deliver quality outcomes.
- What you'll bring
- At least AQF Certificate III in Painting and Decorating or equivalent qualification.
- Demonstrated experience in internal and external painting and decorating.
- Strong surface preparation, patching and repair skills.
- Experience using brush, roller and spray application techniques.
- Knowledge of paints, coatings, finishes and colour matching.
- Ability to read and interpret plans, drawings and specifications.
- Strong attention to detail and pride in quality workmanship.
- Good time management and problem-solving skills.
- A reliable, safety-focused and collaborative approach.
- Construction Induction White Card.
Why Living Gems?
You'll join a construction team that places a strong emphasis on safety, quality workmanship and working together to deliver our projects efficiently and to a high standard.
About Us
Living Gems is a leading developer of master-planned over-50s lifestyle resorts in Queensland, with a proud history of delivering high-quality homes, resort-style facilities, and welcoming communities.
Living Gems isn't a retirement village or aged care — it's a whole new way of living.
Our resorts offer that 'just started holidays' feeling every day, with beautifully built homes and stunning multi-million-dollar country clubs packed with everything our homeowners need for active, social living.
What's in it for you?
We offer a full-time, permanent position with a competitive salary package based on your skills and experience, plus:
- Supportive team culture
- Real career growth and learning opportunities
- A role with purpose and a heart
If you're passionate about construction, teamwork, and quality workmanship, we want to hear from you!
Painters - Rockhampton employer: Living Gems
Living Gems is a respected developer of lifestyle resorts for over-50s, offering a passionate and tight-knit team environment. Employees have the opportunity to play vital roles in delivering high-quality resort homes and facilities across Queensland, with a focus on professional growth and best practices in contract management. The company values detail-oriented individuals who thrive in organized settings and offers a supportive atmosphere for collaboration.
