Job Description
Position Description; Painter
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Business Name: Melbourne Painting and Decorating Solutions
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Location: St Albans, Victoria, Australia
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Position Title: Painter
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Employment Type: Full-Time
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Salary: AUD $77,000 – $85,000 per annum plus superannuation
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1. About the Role
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Melbourne Painting and Decorating Solutions provides residential and commercial painting services across Melbourne. The business focuses on clean execution, consistent finishes, and reliable delivery across every stage of a project.
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The Painter is responsible for carrying out surface preparation, paint application, and finishing works across a range of sites. The role involves both interior and exterior work and requires a steady standard of workmanship, attention to detail, and the ability to work efficiently across different job environments.
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2. Key Responsibilities
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i. Prepare surfaces by sanding, scraping, filling, and cleaning to ensure proper paint adhesion and finish quality.
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ii. Apply paints, varnishes, stains, and protective coatings using brushes, rollers, and spray equipment.
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iii. Complete interior painting across walls, ceilings, trims, doors, and detailed finishes with consistent coverage and clean lines.
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iv. Carry out exterior painting and asbestos removal using suitable coatings designed for durability and weather resistance.
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v. Protect surrounding areas by masking and covering fixtures, flooring, and surfaces prior to painting.
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vi. Follow job specifications and colour selections to deliver finishes in line with client requirements.
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vii. Set up and use ladders and scaffolding safely to complete work at required heights.
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viii. Work across residential and commercial sites, including occupied spaces, with minimal disruption.
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ix. Check completed work to ensure it meets quality expectations before final handover.
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x. Maintain tools and equipment in good working condition.
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Work with other team members to meet project timelines and site requirements.
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xii. Follow workplace health and safety procedures, including safe handling of paints and materials.
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xiii. Experience and Knowledge with Asbestos management on worksite with WHS in focus. (Highly Preferred)
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3. Skills and Attributes
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i. Practical experience in painting and surface preparation.
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ii. Good attention to detail and ability to produce clean finishes.
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iii. Understanding of different paint types and application methods.
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iv. Ability to work to deadlines and manage time across multiple tasks.
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v. Awareness of safety practices, particularly when working at heights.
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vi. Reliable and able to work as part of a team.
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4. Qualifications and Experience
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i. AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on-the-job training, or AQF Certificate IV (ANZSCO Skill Level 3)
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ii. At least three years of relevant full-time work experience in painting and decorating may substitute for formal qualifications.
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iii. Candidates with significant industry experience are preferred.
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iv. Experience across both interior and exterior commercial and residential painting is expected.
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v. Experience and Knowledge with Asbestos management on worksite (Highly Preferred)
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5. Work Environment
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Work is carried out across residential homes, renovation sites, and commercial premises throughout Melbourne. Projects vary from small-scale repainting to larger full-property jobs.
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The role requires specialized knowledge of asbestos removal and painting along with effective moving between sites and working in different conditions while maintaining a consistent standard of work.
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6. Performance Expectations
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i. Deliver consistent and high-quality finishes.
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ii. Complete work within agreed timeframes.
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iii. Follow safety and site procedures at all times.
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iv. Maintain a clean and organised work area.
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v. Represent the business professionally on-site.
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Preference will be given to Australian Citizens and Permanent Residents.

📌 Painter (Victoria)
🏢 Melbourne Painting And Decorating Solutions
📍 Victoria