Automotive Spray Painting Apprenticeship - Launch Your Career!
Love working with your hands, have an eye for detail, and want to learn a skilled trade that's in demand? This is your chance to start an exciting career as an Automotive Spray Painter Apprentice while completing a Certificate III in Automotive Refinishing Technology (AUR32420).
Join a professional team working on components for major military vehicle programs, where you'll gain hands-on experience applying high-quality coatings and finishes in a cutting-edge workshop environment.
What You'll Learn
As an apprentice, you'll be mentored by experienced tradespeople and develop skills in:
✅ Preparing and masking components before painting
✅ Surface preparation and applying primers and coatings to specification
✅ Mixing paints and coatings and operating spray equipment safely
✅ Reading work instructions and following detailed coating requirements
✅ Inspecting completed work and maintaining quality records
✅ Handling coating materials safely and maintaining tools, equipment and work areas
What We're Looking For
We're seeking someone who is:
- Passionate about spray painting and the automotive industry
- Practical and enjoys hands-on work
- Detail-oriented and takes pride in producing quality work
- Reliable, punctual and willing to learn
- Committed to workplace safety and quality standards
- Able to follow instructions and work well as part of a team
Previous painting, automotive, or workshop experience is an advantage, but not essential. If you've got the right attitude and a genuine desire to learn, we'd love to hear from you.
Why This Prospect?
- Earn while you learn
- Gain a nationally recognised qualification
- Work on exciting defence-related projects
- Learn from experienced industry professionals
- Build a long-term career in a specialised trade
- Develop skills that are valued across the automotive and manufacturing industries
Apply Today!
If you're motivated, hands-on, and ready to kick-start a rewarding career in automotive refinishing, don't miss this opportunity. Apply now and take the first step towards becoming a qualified Automotive Spray Painter!
Modern Award rates apply
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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.
At East Coast Apprenticeships, we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds.
**Successful applicants will be contacted for an interview**
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