Gladstone Smash Repairs Pty Ltd is seeking a skilled and experienced Automotive Spray Painter to join our team in Gladstone, Queensland. This is a full-time position based n Gladstone QLD 4680. In this role, you will be responsible for delivering high-quality spray painting services on a variety of vehicles, ensuring excellent refinish standards and customer satisfaction.
You will play a crucial part in our operations, contributing to our reputation for professional workmanship and attention to detail in the automotive repair industry.
What you'll be doing
- Prepare vehicle surfaces through sanding, stripping and cleaning to ensure optimal paint adhesion
- Mix and match paint colours to achieve accurate colour matching with existing vehicle finishes
- Apply primer, base coat, colour and clear coat finishes using spray equipment and techniques
- Operate spray booth and associated equipment in compliance with safety and environmental regulations
- Inspect painted surfaces for quality, consistency and defects, making corrections as needed
- Correct time recording on allocated jobs.
- Ensure all work areas, tools and equipment are kept clean and well-maintained
- Communicate within the team regarding job progress and any technical challenges to meet production deadlines and customer expectations.
- Adhere to all health and safety protocols and use personal protective equipment appropriately
- General workshop cleaning including spray booth maintenance.
- Each job completed to the highest of standards.
What we're looking for
- Completed apprenticeship or formal qualification in automotive spray painting
- Minimum 3–5 years' experience as an automotive spray painter in a professional workshop environment
- Strong knowledge of surface preparation techniques and paint systems
- Proficiency with spray equipment and paint mixing procedures
- Excellent colour matching and refinishing skills with an eye for detail
- Understanding of health,
safety and environmental regulations relevant to spray painting
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment
- Good communication skills and a commitment to delivering quality workmanship
- Reliability, punctuality and a professional attitude towards work
- Current Australian Driver's Licence.
- Effective communication skills
- Working effectively within a team environment
- Good Work Ethic
What we offer
At Fix Auto Gladstone, we value our team members and are committed to providing a supportive and professional working environment.
We offer competitive remuneration packages commensurate with experience and qualifications. Our team advantages from working with modern equipment and facilities, access to ongoing training and professional development opportunities, and a workplace culture that prioritises safety and quality. We believe in recognising the hard work and dedication of our staff, and we foster a collaborative atmosphere where skilled tradespeople can thrive and develop their careers.
About us
Fix Auto Gladstone is a trusted provider of automotive repair and smash repair services in the Gladstone region. With a reputation built on quality workmanship, professional service and customer satisfaction, we serve the local community with expertise in vehicle collision repairs, refinishing and associated services. Our team comprises skilled and experienced tradespeople who are dedicated to restoring vehicles to their pre-accident condition.
We are committed to maintaining high standards of work, embracing safety practices and investing in our people to ensure we continue to deliver exceptional results for our customers.
Apply now
If you are an experienced Automotive Spray Painter looking for a full-time opportunity with a reputable local business, we would like to hear from you. Please submit your application including your resume, relevant qualifications and contact details. We look forward to welcoming a skilled professional to our team at Fix Auto Gladstone.