Apprentice Spray Painter

WA Custom Truck Painters | Belmont, WA

WA Custom Truck Painters is seeking an Apprentice Spray Painter to join their vehicle repair and refinishing workshop in Belmont.

The business specialises in panel beating and spray painting across trucks, heavy machinery and other vehicles, with services including body repairs, surface preparation, custom painting and refinishing.

About the Role

This apprenticeship provides the opportunity to develop practical skills in automotive refinishing and spray painting while learning from experienced tradespeople.

Your duties will include:

• Preparing truck bodies, cabins, panels and other vehicle components for painting
• Washing, cleaning, sanding, stripping and masking surfaces
• Removing and refitting vehicle components, trims and fittings
• Learning to mix, prepare and apply primers, paints, clear coats and other finishes
• Filling dents and repairing minor surface imperfections
• Preparing surfaces to achieve a smooth finish
• Using and maintaining spray-painting equipment, tools and workshop machinery under supervision
• Assisting qualified spray painters with painting and refinishing work
• Inspecting completed work under supervision to identify imperfections
• Maintaining a clean, organised and safe workshop
• Completing required on-the-job apprenticeship training and assessments

About You

The ideal candidate will have:

• A genuine interest in truck spray painting and automotive refinishing
• A strong willingness to learn from experienced tradespeople
• Good attention to detail and pride in producing quality work
• A reliable and punctual approach to work
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• A strong work ethic and willingness to undertake hands-on work
• Good hand-eye coordination and practical skills
• The ability to follow instructions and workplace safety requirements

Desirable

• A current driver’s licence is preferred but not essential
• A relevant pre-apprenticeship or previous workshop experience would be advantageous but is not essential
• Applicants must have the right to work in Australia and meet apprenticeship requirements