Target Business Services
Location: 4 Zenith Street, Pakenham VIC 3810
Salary: $74,000 plus 11.5% superannuation
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Our client, Jhand Painting Pty Ltd is a trusted name in the painting and decorating industry, known for delivering high-quality residential, commercial, and industrial painting services across Victoria. Located in Pakenham, the company prides itself on attention to detail, superior craftsmanship, and a commitment to customer satisfaction. With a team of skilled professionals and a portfolio of successfully completed projects, Jhand Painting continues to set the standard for excellence in the industry.
Jhand Painting is seeking a skilled and experienced Painting Trades Worker to join its professional team. The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing and painting a variety of surfaces in residential, commercial, and industrial settings. The role requires technical expertise, an eye for detail, and the ability to work efficiently while maintaining high-quality standards.
The Painting Trades Worker will be expected to manage tasks such as surface preparation, colour matching, and applying various finishes, while ensuring safety and cleanliness at job sites. You will also collaborate with other tradespeople and clients to meet project requirements and deadlines. The position offers an excellent opportunity for growth and development in a supportive and dynamic work environment.
Minimum Requirements:
A suitable applicant should have formal qualifications (AQF Certificate III in painting and decorating) with at least 2 years of practical experience as a Painting Trades Worker.
In this role your main responsibilities include:
• Preparing surfaces by removing old paint and wallpaper, fixing woodwork, filling any cracks and holes and smoothening and sealing surfaces to prepare the area for painting.
• Erecting scaffolding and ladders, in compliance with work safety and ensuring safe work environment.
• Calculating the size of the area to be painted and the amount of paint needed for the area
• Selecting and/or preparing the appropriate paint or other substances, depending on the job required.
• Selecting and preparing paints by mixing accurate portions of pigment, oil, thinning agents and necessary additives to create the correct paint mix.
• Examining and refurbishing wall surfaces by means of appropriate materials
• Examining and maintaining painted exterior and interior painted surfaces, trimming and fixtures
• Applying the paint to the surface as per the work orders provided and ensuring that the finish is as per the work order requirement.
• Clean all equipment and work area after completion of work and ensure compliance to OH&S guidelines
• Read blueprints and drawing of the premises for execution of painting job
Other key skills and experience will include:
• Good understanding of colour theory and various finish types
• Physical dexterity to climb ladders and to stand for long periods of time
• High attention to detail
• Good math skills for calculating surfaces and equipment
• Exceptional sense of creativity
• Ability to work at different locations according to the project/contract
• Have excellent communication and social skills
Must hold the following Licences:
• Construction White Card
• Driver Licence
To apply for this position, email your resume to
[email protected] Please note only short-listed candidates will be contacted and your application will be treated as strictly confidential.