About the role

We're after an experienced painter who can run their side of a job with confidence. You'll work alongside our current team, delivering projects from prep through to final coat without requiring supervision. Jobs typically run for two to three weeks on one site, so there's minimal travel between jobs and steady, consistent work.

Key responsibilities
Surface preparation: sanding, filling, patching, caulking and masking
Applying 3-coat paint systems to interiors and exteriors (brush, roller and spray)
Painting weatherboards, render, fibro, soffits, timber and stained posts
Repaints, restorations and new builds
Keeping sites clean, protected and tidy, and communicating well with builders and homeowners
Managing your own time and workload to keep jobs on schedule

About you
Trade qualification in painting (Cert III or equivalent) or solid proven experience




Ability to work independently and take ownership of a job
High attention to detail and a quality finish
Reliable, punctual and a valuable team player
Current White Card
Current driver's licence and reliable transport
Spray experience preferred

About us

JLG Painting is a locally owned painting business based in Rockhampton, specialising in residential restorations and new builds for local builders. We're booked well into next year with several large projects coming up, and we're growing the team to keep up.

Perks
Hourly rate, fuel allowance + super, depending on experience
Full-time, ongoing position
Consistent stream of work, including large projects through 2027
Room to grow within a business that's expanding
Overtime available

📌 Trade Qualified Painter Rockhampton
🏢 JLG Painting
📍 Rockhampton