JOIN OUR TEAM! We are can offer a range of benefits, $40 + super per hour with regular, ongoing work.

Are you passionate about painting and eager to learn from experienced professionals? We are seeking Trade qualified Painters to join our branch in Darwin, NT on full time basis.

Higgins Coatings is Australia's premier commercial painting contractor in providing a complete painting maintenance service and solutions to a broad range of industries. Find out more at www.higgins.com.au.

Responsibilities:

Reporting to the operations manager, your key responsibilities will include but not limited to:

• Work closely with the Operations Manager to develop a clear understanding of each project and deliver projects on-time, within scope and within budget.
• Coordinate employees and subcontractor crews in applying paint, varnish, wallpaper and other finishes to protect, maintain and decorate surfaces of buildings and  structures.
• Participate and assist in conducting Toolbox Talk Meetings with the Operations team for each project with all workers onsite.
• Assist experienced painters with preparing surfaces, mixing paint, and applying coatings.
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment.
• Erecting scaffolding and ladders, and placing drop sheets to protect adjacent areas from paint splattering
• Preparing surfaces by removing old paint and wallpaper, fixing woodwork, filling holes and cracks, and smoothing and sealing surfaces
• Selecting and preparing paints to required colours by mixing portions of pigment, oil, and thinning and drying additives
• Applying paints, varnishes and stains to surfaces using brushes, rollers and sprays
• Hanging wallpaper, matching patterns and trimming edges
• Cleaning equipment and work areas
• May repair windows and replace glass in wooden and metal frames
• May lay and repair wall and floor tiles
• Always follow safety guidelines and procedures.
• Complete tasks assigned by the lead painter or supervisor.

Requirements:

• Experience in the painting trade - trade qualification highly desirable. AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on-the-job training, or AQF Certificate IV (ANZSCO Skill Level 3) is a requirement.
• At least three years of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualifications listed above. In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification.
• Registration or licensing may be required.
• Construction Induction Card is a must.
• EWP license is desirable.
• Experience in managing painting trade teams on large multi-storey projects.
• A strong focus on WHS&E conformity
• Basic computer ability
• Ability to co-ordinate 15+ painters over a large building site

• Good communication skills with painting team and Builder/Client

What's on offer? 

• Market competitive rates $70k - 90k pa (based on experience) plus superannuation 
• strong safety culture 
• Uniforms and PPE provided 

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