Position: Painter Lead

 

We are looking for a versatile and experienced Painter Lead with a strong background in carpentry and general building work. This is a hands-on leadership role ideal for someone who can manage painting projects while also contributing to construction and repair tasks. You’ll lead a team, ensure high-quality finishes, and support broader building work across residential and commercial sites

 

Job duties:

·         Discuss plans with relevant clients

·         Read blueprints/instructions and examine surfaces to determine the kind and amount of work necessary

·         Make on-site preparations such as building scaffolding and ladders, covering fixtures etc.

·         Selecting the appropriate painting materials for different sites

·         Prepare walls and other surfaces for painting including cleaning, sanding and patching by removing old paint and wall paper, fixing holes and cracks, smoothing and sealing, etc.

·         Mix paint and other materials to prepare the right color or texture

·         Paint surfaces according to instructions with various tools

·         Apply various paint finishes, including brush, rollers, spray application to interior and exterior surfaces

·         Match paint samples for touch up

·         Hanging wallpaper when required, trimming edges

·         Tidying up and cleaning the tools, equipment and the work areas

·         Take and adhere to all health and safety precautions, including working at heights

·         Work effectively with other tradespeople on the construction site

·         Lead and supervise painting crews on various job sites

·         Any other duties the employer reasonably may require employee to perform

 

Pay rate: minimum $32.00/hour   maximum $35.00/hour

 

Guaranteed hours of work per week:  minimum of 30 hours per week

 

Requirements for the job:

·         At least 2 years of r work experience as a professional painter

·         Strong knowledge of surface preparation paint application method, painting materials  and painting skills, also using painting tools

·         Have a positive attitude

·         Be Reliable and punctual

·         Ability to work independently and as part of team

·         Ability to manage multiple tasks

·         Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving skills

·         Ability to work in various conditions including heights

·         Be physically fit

·         Full time availability, may works on weekends

·         Valid New Zealand driver’s license and reliable transportation

·         No criminal record

·         Candidates need to be NZ citizens/residents