Painter/Apprentice Painter

• Full time position – based in Wickham

• Great team environment

• Career opportunities

About us:

Yurra Pty Ltd (Yurra) is a majority Indigenous owned local contracting and services company that is capable of genuine community engagement to facilitate regional development. Yurra is building on our core capability to create increased opportunities with our valued clients to create employment, training, and education for local people.

Summary:

This is a full-time role based in Wickham. We are looking for both experienced and Apprentice Painters to enhance our busy team.

The Painter will be responsible for preparing and painting surfaces using different techniques, tools, and equipment in various settings, such as construction sites, residential or commercial buildings, and public spaces. Ensuring paint work is to a high-quality standard in a safe and efficient manner and providing support to our Building Services team.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare surfaces for painting
• Mix and match paint colors
• Apply paint to surfaces
• Use tape, stencils, and other materials to create decorative patterns and designs
• Clean and maintain painting tools and equipment
• Fill and repair minor structural defects
• Evaluate job specifications and materials
• Select and purchase paints, varnishes, and other finishes
• Follow safety practices and procedures
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment

Qualifications:

• Demonstrated experience as a painter in the construction industry
• Knowledge of different painting techniques, tools, and equipment
• Understanding of color theory and paint mixing
• Ability to read and interpret job specifications
• Attention to detail and precision
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently or in a team
• Physical stamina and manual dexterity
• Ability to work at heights and in confined spaces
• Vocational or technical training in painting, construction or a related field is an asset
• Certification in painting or related field is desirable
• Valid Australian C-Class driver's license
• Australian-recognised Trade Qualification
• Construction Induction White Card
• Rio Tinto qualifications are advantageous, however not compulsory.
• Safe use of ladders or scaffolding certificate is an asset.

What we offer:

• Ongoing career development opportunities
• Attractive salary
• Flexibility
• A great team culture and environment
• Access to an employee assistance program (EAP)
• Discounted health benefits

What you need to do next:

If you believe you have the skills and abilities for this role, please click “APPLY” as we would love to hear from you.

For more information about who we are and what we do please visit our website: www.yurra.com.au.

Please note: Applicants must hold full time legal working rights in Australia to be eligible for this position.