Painter – Full-Time

Raja’s Painting and Decorating Pty Ltd is seeking an experienced and skilled Painter to join its Melbourne-based team on a full-time, ongoing basis.

Location: Cranbourne, Victoria, work across metropolitan Melbourne

Employment type: Full-time, ongoing

Hours: 38 hours per week

Salary: $80,000 per annum plus superannuation

About the role

This is a full-time, ongoing position for a skilled Painter who takes pride in high-quality residential and commercial painting, decorating and surface-preparation work. The successful applicant will prepare and finish a range of interior and exterior building surfaces while maintaining high standards of workmanship, safety and client service.

Key responsibilities

Prepare surfaces by cleaning, sanding, scraping, stripping existing finishes, filling holes and cracks, and completing repair work before coating application.

Apply primers, sealers, undercoats and finishing coats to achieve durable, high-quality outcomes.

Apply paint, varnish, stains and other finishes using brushes, rollers and spray-painting equipment.

Mix and match paints, colours and finishes to meet project specifications.

Measure and calculate surface areas and determine material quantities required for each project.

Protect adjacent surfaces, fixtures, flooring and furnishings before commencing work.

Prepare and finish interior and exterior walls, ceilings, doors, trims and other building surfaces.

Apply decorative and specialist finishes where required by project specifications.

Read and interpret plans, colour schedules, specifications and job requirements.

Maintain tools, equipment and work areas in a protected, clean and serviceable condition.

Comply with workplace health and safety requirements, including safe use of ladders, scaffolding, spray equipment, paints, solvents and personal protective equipment.





About you

Relevant qualification in Painting and Decorating, or equivalent demonstrated trade experience.

At least one year of relevant painting and decorating experience, preferably across residential and/or commercial projects.

Strong knowledge of surface preparation, painting methods, coatings and professional finishing techniques.

Demonstrated ability to use brushes, rollers and spray-painting equipment confidently.

Experience applying a variety of paints, coatings, varnishes, stains and decorative finishes.

Ability to interpret job specifications and select appropriate materials and preparation methods.

Strong attention to detail, reliability and commitment to high-quality workmanship.

Sound communication, time-management and organisational skills.

Sound understanding of workplace health and safety requirements.

Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.

Current driver licence preferred.

About us

Raja’s Painting and Decorating Pty Ltd is a Melbourne-based painting and decorating business specialising in high-quality residential painting, commercial painting and decorative finishes. We undertake projects across metropolitan Melbourne and pride ourselves on exceptional workmanship, attention to detail and professional service.

What we offer

Full-time, ongoing employment.

Salary of $80,000 per annum plus superannuation, based on 38 ordinary hours per week.

Varied residential and commercial projects across metropolitan Melbourne.

A supportive, professional team focused on quality workmanship and specialist finishes.

How to apply

Apply through this platform with:

A current resume; and A brief cover letter addressing your relevant painting and decorating experience.

Applications close: 25 October 2026.

Pay: $75,000.00 – $80,000.00 per year

Benefits

- Visa sponsorship

Work Location: On the road

📌 Painting and decorating (Melbourne)
🏢 RAJA’S PAINTING AND DECORATING PTY PLD
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