Position: Vehicle Painter
Location: Wellington
Employment Type: Full-time/Permanent

Minimum Hours: 30 - 50
Hourly rate: $30 - $35
Position：2


We are seeking 2 skilled and detail-oriented Vehicle Painters to join our team. The ideal candidate will have expertise in preparing, painting, and finishing vehicles to the highest standards, using advanced techniques and equipment. This role requires adherence to safety protocols, quality control, and collaboration with other tradespeople.

 

Key Responsibilities:

Surface Preparation: Clean, sand, mask, and prime vehicle surfaces to ensure proper adhesion of paint and coatings.

Paint Application: Operate spray guns and other tools to apply primers, basecoats, clearcoats, and specialty finishes to vehicles, ensuring even coverage and flawless finishes.

Colour Matching: Accurately mix and match paint colours using computerized systems or manual techniques to meet customer specifications.

Equipment Maintenance: Clean and maintain spray booths, compressors, spray guns, and other tools to ensure optimal performance and safety.

Quality Control: Inspect finished work for imperfections (e.g., runs, orange peel) and perform buffing, polishing, or touch-ups as needed.

Safety Compliance: Follow workplace health and safety guidelines, including proper use of PPE, ventilation, and hazardous material handling.

Documentation: Record materials used, time spent, and work completed for job tracking and billing purposes.

Collaboration: Work closely with panel beaters, technicians, and customers to meet project deadlines and expectations.

 

Requirements:

2 years relevant industry experience or a level 4 or above relevant qualification

Capable of standing for long periods, lifting equipment, and working in a spray booth environment.

Long-term commitment required.

Like to work independently with confidence.

Time management and punctuality.

 

In return, Vincent Lee Panel and Paint will Offer:

Competitive wages and opportunities for overtime.

Modern, well-equipped workshop facilities.

Ongoing training and career development.

Supportive team environment.

If you feel like this job is right for you, please submit your CV with a cover letter by clicking "APPLY" now.

Please note: Candidates must have the right to work in New Zealand. Applicants for this position should be NZ citizens or NZ resident visa holders.

We may ask you to provide a reference check as well as confirming you do not have a criminal record in the past.

 

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