Job Description
Griffin Marine is a leading marine service provider specialising in multi-disciplinary industrial services and project management. With a focus on proactive and professional support, we are committed to delivering high-quality and trustworthy service.
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Work on one of Australia's leading rail refurbishment projects.
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If you're an experienced Spray Painter who takes pride in producing exceptional finishes, this is an opportunity to join a specialist team delivering refurbishment and repair work on passenger rolling stock.
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Working with premium industrial coating systems in a professional, safety-focused environment, you will play a key role in restoring rail vehicles to the highest standards. This is precision painting - not production line work, with a robust emphasis on craftsmanship, quality and attention to detail.
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Whether you are an experienced Automotive Spray Painter looking for a new challenge or have experience in heavy vehicle, industrial or rail painting, we would like to hear from you.
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Roster Options
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WA Based: 3-week rotational roster between Henderson, WA and Canberra, ACT (travel provided)
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ACT Based: Full-time position based in Canberra
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Key Responsibilities:
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Prepare rail components, carriages, structures and equipment for painting by cleaning, sanding, grinding, filling and masking surfaces
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Carry out detailed surface preparation, including panel repairs, filler application, feather edging and block sanding, ensuring coatings meet the highest standards of adhesion, durability and finish quality
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Carry out precision masking, colour matching and blending while mixing and applying epoxy primers, high-build primers, 2K polyurethane and rail-approved protective coating systems to achieve premium-quality finishes
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Apply paint finishes to rail rolling stock, fabricated components and industrial structures in accordance with project specifications
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Produce and assess high-quality paint finishes,



ensuring all work meets customer expectations and project quality standards
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Maintain spray-painting equipment, tools and work areas to a high standard
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Ensure compliance with workplace health and safety, environmental and hazardous chemical requirements
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Work collaboratively with tradespeople, supervisors and project teams to meet production schedules
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Maintain a clean, organised and safe work environment
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Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to improve quality, efficiency and safety outcomes
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About You
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Trade qualification as an Automotive Spray Painter or demonstrated equivalent industry experience
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Proven experience painting rail rolling stock, heavy vehicles, automotive components or industrial equipment
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Experience applying industrial coating systems, including 2-pack polyurethane coatings, epoxy primers and protective paint systems
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Ability to achieve high-quality finishes while working to strict project specifications and quality standards
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Strong attention to detail with a commitment to delivering workmanship of the highest standard
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Ability to interpret work instructions, technical specifications and project requirements
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Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a team environment
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A strong commitment to workplace health and safety, quality and environmental standards
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Ability to obtain and maintain a Defence Common Access Card (DCAC)
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Confined Space, Working at Heights, EWP, Forklift and Fire Sentry tickets - desirable
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What We Offer:
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Work alongside passionate and skilled professionals
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Weekly pay with competitive hourly rates, including penalty rates
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Career growth opportunities, including paid training and on-the-job learning
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Short term travel for projects within Australia
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Griffin Marine celebrates diversity and is committed to providing an inclusive workplace for all employees. We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer.
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Please note: Applicants must have full and unrestricted rights to work in Australia to be considered for this position.
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📌 Automotive Spray Painter - Canberra
🏢 Griffin Marine Services
📍 Canberra