- Prepare surfaces and apply paint, varnish, protective coatings and decorative finishes across residential and commercial projects.
- Measure surfaces, estimate materials, match colours and interpret plans and job specifications.
- Maintain painting equipment and a safe, clean work setting while meeting quality standards.

Q1ST Painting is seeking a skilled and experienced Painter to join our growing team.

We are looking for a reliable, motivated and detail-oriented professional who can deliver high-quality painting and decorating services across residential and commercial projects.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

- Preparing surfaces by removing old paint, wallpaper, loose material and imperfections.
- Cleaning, sanding, scraping, filling cracks and holes, and smoothing surfaces before painting.
- Applying primers, sealers and undercoats to ensure proper adhesion and durability.
- Selecting and preparing paints, varnishes, stains and other finishing materials.
- Mixing paints and matching colours to meet project specifications.
- Applying paint, varnish and other finishes using brushes, rollers and spray equipment.
- Erecting scaffolding, ladders and other access equipment safely when required.
- Applying decorative finishes, textures and protective coatings.
- Measuring surfaces and estimating quantities of paint and materials required.
- Reading and interpreting plans, drawings and job specifications.




- Ensuring all painting work meets quality standards and client expectations.
- Maintaining painting tools, equipment and a clean, safe work environment.
- Following workplace health and safety procedures.

Qualifications and Experience

- Certificate III in Painting and Decorating (or equivalent relevant qualification) is highly desirable.
- Minimum 1–2 years of relevant painting experience preferred.
- Demonstrated experience in residential and commercial painting.
- Sound knowledge of painting techniques, surface preparation and finishing methods.
- Ability to operate painting tools, spray equipment and other relevant machinery.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Strong attention to detail and time management skills.
- Good communication and problem-solving skills.
- Current driver's licence is desirable.

Skills

- Attention to detail
- Colour matching
- Decorating
- Decorative finishes
- Independent work
- Material estimation
- Paint mixing
- Painting
- Plan reading
- Problem solving
- Protective coatings
- Scaffolding safety
- Spray painting
- Surface preparation
- Teamwork
- Time management
- Workplace health and safety

Licenses & certifications

- Certificate iii in painting and decorating (or equivalent relevant qualification)
- Current drivers licence

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📌 Painter Wanted (Brisbane)
🏢 Housing Industry Association
📍 Brisbane