Perks & Benefits
Job Description
About the Company
Cube Design & Build is a specialist construction company delivering high-quality residential and commercial building projects, including structural builds, roofing, ceilings, and finishing works.
Position Overview
The company is seeking a qualified Painting Trades Worker with formal training and hands-on experience in residential and commercial projects, capable of delivering high-quality finishes aligned with specifications.
Key Responsibilities
Key Duties and Responsibilities
• Preparing and treating surfaces of residential and commercial buildings by cleaning, sanding, scraping, and removing old paint, coatings, and debris to ensure surfaces are suitable for finishing works.
• Repairing and preparing surfaces by filling cracks, holes, and imperfections, and carrying out minor patching, sealing, and caulking to achieve smooth and even finishes prior to painting.
• Applying primers, sealers, and undercoats to a variety of surfaces to enhance paint adhesion, durability, and overall finish quality in accordance with construction standards.
• Selecting, mixing, and matching paints, varnishes, stains, and coatings to achieve specified colours, textures, and finishes based on project specifications and client requirements.
• Applying paints, stains, varnishes, lacquers, and protective coatings to interior and exterior surfaces including walls, ceilings, doors, trims, and structural elements using brushes, rollers, and spray equipment.
• Operating airless and HVLP spray equipment to deliver efficient and high-quality finishes across large surfaces and complex construction areas.
• Applying waterproofing and protective coatings to external structures and surfaces exposed to environmental conditions to ensure long-term durability and compliance with building requirements.
Skill & Experience
• Erecting and dismantling ladders, scaffolding, and access equipment safely, and installing protective coverings to safeguard surrounding surfaces during painting activities.
• Interpreting and following construction drawings, work instructions, and specifications to determine surface preparation requirements, materials, and appropriate application methods.
• Coordinating with site supervisors, project managers, subcontractors, and clients to ensure painting works are completed in line with project schedules and quality expectations.
• Operating, maintaining, and cleaning painting tools and equipment in accordance with manufacturer guidelines and workplace safety standards.
• Maintaining a clean, organised, and safe work environment by following Workplace Health and Safety (WHS) regulations and proper handling of hazardous materials and coatings.
• Monitoring material usage, estimating quantities, and minimising wastage to support efficient and cost-effective project delivery.
• Inspecting completed painting works to ensure compliance with company quality standards, project specifications, and client expectations, and undertaking touch-ups where required.
Mandatory Skills, Experience & Qualifications
Qualifications:
– Certificate III in Painting and Decorating
– Certificate IV in Building and Construction (preferred)
Experience: – 1–2 years experience in construction painting
Skills:
– Advanced surface preparation and finishing techniques
– Extensive experience using airless and HVLP spray equipment
– Ability to apply epoxy coatings, waterproofing systems, and protective finishes
– Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications
– Strong understanding of paint materials, colour matching, and application methods
– Proven ability to supervise and guide junior painters
– Experience working at heights using scaffolding and access equipment
– Strong focus on quality, productivity, and minimising material wastage
Job Location
Gettalent Pty Ltd
Founded since:
2022
Industry:
Human Resources & Recruitment
Location:
Oakleigh South VIC
Jobs:
3 open positions
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