Apply now for a Painting & Decorating Apprenticeship with East Coast Apprenticeships!
We are currently seeking a motivated and enthusiastic individual to join our team as a Painting Apprentice.
As a Painting Apprentice, you will be placed with one of our host employers and work alongside experienced painters to learn the skills and techniques required to become a qualified painter.
You can expect to work full-time, 40 hours per week + the opportunity to accrue an RDO each month.
With the support of qualified tradespeople, you will be:
- Assisting experienced painters with surface preparation tasks, such as sanding, filling cracks, and cleaning surfaces
- Learning and applying proper painting techniques, including brushwork, roller application, and spray painting
- Mixing and matching paint colours accurately according to project requirements
- Applying primers, undercoats, and paint coats to surfaces with precision and attention to detail
- Assisting with wallpapering tasks, including measuring, cutting, and hanging wallpaper
- Cleaning and maintaining painting tools, equipment, and work areas
- Adhering to health and safety regulations and using PPE
- Assisting with decorative finishes, such as faux painting, stenciling, or special effects
- Interacting with clients in a professional and courteous manner, understanding their requirements and ensuring customer satisfaction
Applicants will ideally meet the following criteria:
- Genuine interest and enthusiasm for the painting and decorating trade
- Must hold a White Card or able to obtain ASAP
- Hold (or close to obtaining) a current Drivers License and have own reliable transport
- Work Experience within the construction industry is highly desirable
- Must be physically fit
- Be reliable, resilient, motivated and able to work in a fast-paced environment
- Able to take direction, ability to work well in a team and take direction from others
Modern Award rates apply Access the PACT Calculator via Fairwork Website to help you understand your hourly rate. The PACT calculator can be found at https://calculate.fairwork.gov.au/CheckPay/Summary.
Please note, to be eligible you must be an Australian citizen, Permanent resident, or hold a valid visa that allows you to work and undertake training in Australia.
**Successful applicants will be contacted for an interview**
Hourly Wage: $16 to $27
We are currently seeking a motivated and enthusiastic individual to join our team as a Painting Apprentice.
As a Painting Apprentice, you will be placed with one of our host employers and work alongside experienced painters to learn the skills and techniques required to become a qualified painter.
You can expect to work full-time, 40 hours per week + the opportunity to accrue an RDO each month.
With the support of qualified tradespeople, you will be:
- Assisting experienced painters with surface preparation tasks, such as sanding, filling cracks, and cleaning surfaces
- Learning and applying proper painting techniques, including brushwork, roller application, and spray painting
- Mixing and matching paint colours accurately according to project requirements
- Applying primers, undercoats, and paint coats to surfaces with precision and attention to detail
- Assisting with wallpapering tasks, including measuring, cutting, and hanging wallpaper
- Cleaning and maintaining painting tools, equipment, and work areas
- Adhering to health and safety regulations and using PPE
- Assisting with decorative finishes, such as faux painting, stenciling, or special effects
- Interacting with clients in a professional and courteous manner, understanding their requirements and ensuring customer satisfaction
Applicants will ideally meet the following criteria:
- Genuine interest and enthusiasm for the painting and decorating trade
- Must hold a White Card or able to obtain ASAP
- Hold (or close to obtaining) a current Drivers License and have own reliable transport
- Work Experience within the construction industry is highly desirable
- Must be physically fit
- Be reliable, resilient, motivated and able to work in a fast-paced environment
- Able to take direction, ability to work well in a team and take direction from others
Modern Award rates apply Access the PACT Calculator via Fairwork Website to help you understand your hourly rate. The PACT calculator can be found at https://calculate.fairwork.gov.au/CheckPay/Summary.
Please note, to be eligible you must be an Australian citizen, Permanent resident, or hold a valid visa that allows you to work and undertake training in Australia.
**Successful applicants will be contacted for an interview**
Hourly Wage: $16 to $27
