Painter

Eastern Beaches Painting is seeking an experienced painter to lead our onsite team and independently manage painting projects from commencement to client handover.

Strong technical and hands on experience with paint application by spray is a must.

The position will be based at various locations Sydney wide, predominantly in the Eastern Suburbs of Sydney.

• Certificate III Painting and Decorating (or equivalent)
• Minimum 2 years experience in a similar role
• Prior experience as a leading hand or team leader
• Ability to manage painting projects end to end independently, in line with labour and material budget
• Strong technical and operational knowledge of a variety of spray guns
• Experience working with protective and texture coating systems
• Ability to undertake a range of pre-finish repairs including gyprock, render and timber repairs
• Customer service and people management skills
• Detail oriented with a precise and methodical approach to projects
• Valid White Card (Construction Induction Safety Certificate)
• Valid Drivers License
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills (English Speaking)

• Independently manage a variety of residential painting and repair projects
• Coordinate materials, tools and equipment required for each project
• Set up job site prior to painting including required work at heights equipment, drop sheets and other surface protections
• Lead onsite team to complete project scope in line with company standards ensuring a high level of preparation, correct paint finishes and safe work procedures are adhered to
• Complete quality control checks and train team to develop skill set
• Maintain clean equipment and work areas
• Work to scheduled timeframes and monitor material usage
• Liaise and assist with customer queries and conduct project completion walk-through
• Apply paints, varnishes and stains including specialised finishes for protective, texture and decorative coating systems such as membranes, epoxy and venetian plaster
• Undertake painting projects in full requiring paint application by spray, in both acrylic and oil finishes, ensuring thorough masking processes are followed prior to spraying
• Problem solve and determine accurate repair solutions for a range of deteriorated surface coatings including water damage, wood rot, drummy render and window putty decay
• Complete wallpaper feature walls
• Colour match and prepare paints onsite

Annual salary range $75,000 - $100,000 depending on experience and skills.