Painter | Brisbane

Job Description

Penske:

With over 1200 employees across Australia and New Zealand, Penske is an iconic brand in both the business and racing worlds and a Fortune 500 company with a global presence. Operating across some of the most dynamic on- and off-highway markets in the country, including road transport, energy solutions, mining, rail, defence and commercial marine. Penske is a leading distributor of premium power systems solutions from mtu, Detroit and Allison and the distributor of Western Star, Dennis Eagle and MAN Truck & Bus.

Our Spray Painters:

Due to continued growth, our production team have an amazing opportunity for multiple Spray Painters to join them at our facility in Wacol.  Here, we process new prime movers from delivery to the facility, through production, ready for delivery to our Independent and Penske Dealerships.  This role includes painting some of the best known trucks in Australia as well as quality checking and following work orders to final inspection.

Responsibilities of the role include, but are not limited to: 

• The preparation of trucks to be coated for painting.
• Mix and matching paint to ensure correct colour match.
• Application of fillers and coatings using both airless systems and hand held pot spray guns.
• Filling imperfections and dents to obtain the desired surface finish.
• Touch up paintwork and application of polish to vehicles.
• Treatment of vehicles with rust-proofing chemicals.
• Completing all records and paperwork accurately, as directed.
• Mentoring and guiding apprentices in best practice principles.

 About You

• Must be trade qualified with a Certificate III in Automotive Vehicle Body (Vehicle Painting) (AUS); National Certificate in Automotive Refinishing – Level 4(NZ).
• You have moderate experience as a Spray Painter.
• You have the ability to work both autonomously and as part of a team.
• You have a safety-first approach and as such your work area is always clean and organised.
• You can follow and complete paperwork and have knowledge of quality systems and controls.
• You are focussed and complete the tasks assigned to you in a safe, efficient and independent manner.
• You are a team player with a can-do attitude with the ability to listen, learn and follow direction
• You are highly reliable, punctual and take pride in your team's achievements.

Why choose Team Penske?

At Penske, we know that it is our people at the heart of our success and we want to make sure you have everything you need to do a great job. That is why as well as a great work environment, we offer the following benefits:

• Accredited Training & Development Programs
• Commitment to providing the highest levels of safety, technical and leadership training
• Competitive Remuneration
• Reward and Recognition Programs
• Employee Referral Program - generous employee referral fees
• Employee Assistance Program
• Family Friendly Benefits including Paid Parental Leave
• Access to Discounted Travel, Health Insurance & Motor Vehicle benefits

 Be ambitious. We are.

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