At a Glance
- Tasks: Spray paint heavy transport equipment and ensure top-notch quality finishes.
- Company: Leading Australian manufacturer in heavy transport with a focus on quality.
- Benefits: Earn $56.25/hr, enjoy regular long weekends, and clear pathways to permanent roles.
- Other info: Immediate start available; great opportunity for career growth.
- Why this job: Join a dynamic team and balance work with life while honing your skills.
- Qualifications: Experience in industrial spray painting and a keen eye for detail.
The predicted salary is between 56.25 - 56.25 $ per hour.
Talent Blueprovides long term labour hire services for Mining, Construction, Transport, Manufacturing & Engineering Sector delivering Managed Services, Permanent and Temporary Recruitment.
The Talent Blueteam source the highest calibre in talent that add value and enhance our client's business.
About the Role
We are currently seeking experienced Industrial Spray Painters and to join a leading Australian heavy transport equipment manufacturer based in Melbourne's West.
These are long-term, temp-to-perm positions offering great pay, predictable daytime hours, and an unbeatable work-life balance with regular long weekends.
Flexibility to go permanent full time immediately for the right candidates.
What's on Offer?
- Afternoon Shift Casual Rate: Earn $56.25/hr + 18% Shift Loading + Super
- Working Hours: Monday to Friday 4PM to 1AM
- Work-Life Balance: Enjoy an RDO every second Monday for regular 3-day weekends
- Career Growth: Clear pathway to permanent full-time employment with a stable, industry-leading business
- Immediate Start pending a successful pre-employment check.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Spray Painting & Surface Preparation
- Prepare trailers, chassis, components and other fabricated steel surfaces for painting.
- Carry out surface preparation activities, including cleaning, sanding, masking, degreasing and removing contaminants.
- Mix and prepare paints, primers, hardeners and other coating materials in accordance with manufacturer specifications.
- Apply primers, undercoats and topcoats using industrial spray-painting equipment, including airless and conventional spray systems where applicable.
- Identify and rectify paint defects, including runs, overspray, uneven coverage and surface imperfections.
- Complete touch-ups and rework where required.
- Ensure finished products meet the quality standards and customer specifications.
- Quality Control
- Inspect surfaces before and after painting to ensure they meet the required quality standards.
- Monitor coating application and paint finishes to minimise defects and rework.
- Check paint coverage, consistency and finish against production requirements.
- Identify and report any quality concerns or defects to the relevant Supervisor.
- Equipment Operation & Maintenance
- Safely operate and maintain spray guns, pressure pots, hoses, pumps and other painting equipment.
- Clean and maintain spray painting equipment to ensure it remains in good working condition.
- Identify and report equipment faults, damage or maintenance requirements.
- Maintain spray booths, preparation areas and surrounding workspaces in a clean and organised condition.
- Ensure paints, solvents and other hazardous substances are handled, labelled and stored appropriately.
What We're Looking For
- Proven experience as an Industrial Spray Painter (trade qualification highly regarded, but solid industry experience is essential)
- Experience working on heavy transport, chassis, trailers, structural steel, or large machinery
- Strong understanding of surface prep, paint systems, and abrasive media
- High attention to detail and commitment to safety
- Full Australian working rights and reliable transport
Afternoon Spray Painter in Melbourne employer: Talentblue
As a Project Manager with our client, you will join a privately-owned, industry-leading design and construction company that values Family, Client Centricity, Professionalism, and Excellence. Located in Victoria, this company offers a supportive work culture that prioritises employee growth and development, providing opportunities to lead high-performing teams on significant projects across Australia. With a strong national presence and a commitment to quality, you will be part of a dynamic environment where your contributions directly impact the success of diverse construction initiatives.
