Jobs

We are looking for experienced Painters to join our business, Extrastaff Limited. Our growing business requires organised and trustworthy individuals who pride themselves on quality workmanship. You must be motivated and result driven.

You might be asked to work across the country to assist with our projects, so flexibility on work locations is preferred.

The Painter is responsible for:

• Read blueprints/instructions and examine surfaces to determine the kind and amount of work necessary
• Make on-site preparations such as building scaffolding, covering fixtures etc.
• Prepare walls and other surfaces for painting by scraping, using sandpaper, removing old paint etc.
• Fill cracks and holes with appropriate material (e.g. plaster)
• Mix paint and other materials to prepare the right colour or texture

 Paint surfaces according to instructions with various tools

• Apply varnish and other finishes
• Calculate costs and negotiate prices
• Take and adhere to all health and safety precautions
• All other duties as assigned.

 

Skills and experience required:

• 3+ years of painting relevant experience OR relevant painting qualification is preferable, but not compulsory
• Friendly, with good time management, & excellent work ethic are essential
• Time management skills
• A commitment to learning and developing your skills within the industry
• Sound knowledge of H&S procedures
• Reliable and hardworking

 

Pay conditions

Min $29.66 per hour to a maximum of $32 per hour

 

Hours of work

Minimum 30 hours of work is guaranteed

 

Location

You may be required to work in multiple locations throughout New Zealand including Auckland, Northland, Waikato, Bay of Plenty, Hawke’s bay, Taranaki, Gisborne, Whanganui-Manawatu, Wellington, Marlborough, Nelson-Tasman, Canterbury, West Coast, Otago and Southland.

 

This role will be a permanent and full-time job. If this sounds like you, please send your resume and brief cover letter outlining your experience.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.