Founded on a commitment to employing quality apprentices and trainees while providing exceptional support, OSMAC has grown to become one of Queensland's largest employers of apprentices and trainees, achieving industry-leading completion rates.
We are seeking a motivated person with a genuine passion for the automotive industry to commence a Certificate III in Automotive Refinishing Technology apprenticeship with a well-known local smash repair workshop in Cairns.
This is a hands-on trade for someone who takes pride in producing high-quality work and is genuinely interested in automotive painting and vehicle restoration.
What you will be doing
- Assisting qualified tradespeople with vehicle preparation and spray-painting work
- Sanding, masking, priming and preparing vehicle surfaces
- Washing and polishing vehicles
- Preparing completed vehicles for customer collection
- Moving vehicles safely in and out of workshop bays and storage yards
- Maintaining a clean, safe and organised workshop
- Cleaning and maintaining tools and equipment
- Following workplace health, safety and environmental procedures
As you progress through your apprenticeship, you will learn how to:
- Prepare vehicle surfaces for refinishing
- Match and mix automotive paint colours
- Apply paint using spray-painting equipment
- Identify and rectify paint defects
- Polish and finish painted surfaces
- Work effectively as part of a busy automotive repair team
You must have
- A manual driver licence, with at least a red provisional licence
- The ability to work effectively within a team and in a busy workshop
- Basic language, literacy and numeracy skills
- Basic digital literacy and the ability to use a computer for your studies
- The ability to listen to and follow instructions
- A commitment to following workplace health and safety requirements at all times
- Strong attention to detail and pride in presenting vehicles to a high standard
- Reliable transport and the ability to attend early morning starts
Advantageous
- Previous experience as a trade assistant
- Previous automotive, workshop, painting or detailing experience
- Completion of relevant work experience or a pre-apprenticeship program
What's on offer
- Full-time employment while completing a nationally recognised qualification
- All approved training costs covered
- Practical workplace training with experienced tradespeople
- Ongoing support from a dedicated OSMAC Apprentice Care Manager
- Tool vouchers and work boots
- Opportunities for ongoing learning and development
- The potential for long-term employment upon successful completion of the apprenticeship
Spray Painting Apprentice in Cairns employer: OSMAC Apprenticeships
OSMAC is an outstanding employer dedicated to nurturing the next generation of skilled tradespeople through its Boilermaker Apprenticeship program. Located in the vibrant community of Coolum Beach, we offer a supportive work culture with exceptional mentorship, hands-on experience in exciting projects, and comprehensive training that includes all college fees covered. With a strong commitment to employee growth and long-term career prospects, OSMAC stands out as a top choice for those seeking meaningful and rewarding employment in the engineering fabrication trade.
