Job description

Absolute Dent Repair Work Location: Archerfield QLD 4108

Vehicle Painter Full-time Position Proposed Salary: $80,000 + Superannuation

JOB TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Examining vehicle surfaces to determine the extent of paint damage and the preparation required prior to refinishing.
• Removing old paint, rust and minor surface imperfections using sanding, scraping, chemical treatments and power tools.
• Cleaning, masking and preparing vehicle panels and components for painting.
• Filling minor surface blemishes and applying primer coats to ensure a smooth and durable finish.
• Mixing and matching paint colours to manufacturer specifications using colour matching systems and paint formulas.
• Applying primer, base coat, clear coat and other protective finishes using spray-painting equipment.
• Blending newly applied paint with existing finishes to achieve an accurate colour match and seamless appearance.
• Baking, curing, polishing and buffing painted surfaces to produce a high-quality finish.
• Inspecting completed paintwork to ensure compliance with manufacturer specifications, company quality standards and customer expectations.
• Performing paint refinishing work on vehicles damaged by collisions, hailstorms and general wear and tear.
• Carrying out restoration and custom paintwork as required.
• Maintaining spray booths, spray guns, compressors and painting equipment to ensure safe and efficient operation.
• Ordering, handling and storing paints, thinners and other hazardous materials in accordance with workplace health and safety and environmental requirements.
• Liaising with panel beaters and workshop staff to coordinate vehicle preparation and painting schedules.
• Providing customers with updates on the progress of painting and refinishing work when required.
• Travelling to various workshop locations throughout Australia to undertake vehicle painting and refinishing work as required.

EXPERIENCE
• Minimum of 5 years of proven experience as a Vehicle Painter.
• Demonstrated experience in automotive spray painting, colour matching and vehicle refinishing.
• Experience repairing and refinishing vehicles affected by hail damage, collision damage and restoration projects.
• Sound knowledge of automotive paint systems, surface preparation techniques and spray-painting equipment.
• Ability to consistently produce high-quality finishes in accordance with manufacturer and industry standards.
• Current and valid driver's licence with the ability to travel for vehicle collections and workshop requirements when necessary.
• This role requires working at various workshop locations throughout Australia for periods of approximately 4–6 months. The successful candidate must therefore be available to travel and work interstate for extended periods.

How to apply:

Applications open on 8 July 2026 and close on 7 August 2026 Please send your CV to . Please include the job role title in your email.