Apprentice Painter – 1st, 2nd or 3rd Year

IMMEDIATE START

O.A Painting & Decorating is looking for a reliable and motivated 1st, 2nd or 3rd-Year Apprentice Painter to join our team full-time.

We are an Illawarra-based painting business completing high-quality new builds, residential repaints, renovations and commercial projects throughout the region.

This is a great opportunity for someone who wants to properly learn the trade, develop their skills and build a long-term career in painting and decorating.

THE ROLE

You’ll be involved in all stages of painting and decorating, including:

• Preparing and protecting work areas
• Sanding, patching, filling and caulking
• Brush and roller application
• Learning spray-painting techniques
• Painting walls, ceilings, doors, trims and exterior surfaces
• Working across new builds, repaints, renovations and commercial projects
• Keeping worksites, tools and equipment clean and organised

As your skills develop, you’ll be given more responsibility and the opportunity to complete a wider range of work.

ABOUT YOU

We’re looking for someone who:

• Is reliable, punctual and ready to work
• Takes pride in their work and has strong attention to detail
• Is willing to learn, follow instructions and improve
• Has a positive attitude and works well as part of a team
• Is physically fit and comfortable working from ladders and scaffolding
• Holds a valid driver’s licence and has reliable transport
• Holds a current Construction White Card

Previous painting or construction experience is beneficial but not essential for a 1st-year applicant. Existing apprentices must be able to provide details of their current apprenticeship and completed training.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Full-time apprenticeship with an immediate start
• Hands-on training across all areas of the painting trade
• A variety of quality residential, commercial and new-build projects
• Support and guidance while you develop your skills
• Opportunity to take on more responsibility as you progress
• A clear pathway to becoming a qualified painter and decorator
• Pay in accordance with the applicable award, apprenticeship stage and experience

HOW TO APPLY

Apply through SEEK with your resume and a short introduction covering:

• Your current apprenticeship year, if applicable
• Any previous painting or construction experience
• Why you want to build a career in painting and decorating
• Your current location and availability

We’re looking for someone dependable who genuinely wants to learn the trade and become a valuable long-term member of the team.