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Commercial Painters

Accredited Employer
Full-time
On-site
Christchurch, New Zealand
$30 - $35 NZD hourly
Trades & Construction

Pay Rate: $30–$35 per hour (based on experience)

Position Overview:
Experienced Commercial Painters are required for upcoming painting projects in Christchurch. The roles involve interior and exterior painting, surface preparation, and the application of protective and specialty coatings. These positions are suited to individuals who can work both independently and as part of a team in a commercial construction environment.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Painting walls, ceilings, doors, and other surfaces in commercial settings.
  • Applying floor coatings and protective steel coatings (including intumescent products).
  • Using scissor lifts and boom lifts as required (EWP licence preferred).
  • Performing surface preparation work such as scraping, sanding, filling, and masking.
  • Ensuring high-quality finishes and adherence to health and safety standards.

Minimum Requirements:

  • At least 3 years of proven and documented commercial painting experience
  • Current Site Safe card or ability to get one.
  • EWP licence preferred.
  • Reliable, team-oriented, and able to work under pressure.
  • Willing to work occasional weekends or public holidays if needed.
  • Willingness to travel for future project work is desirable so licence is needed. 
  • Must meet Immigration New Zealand’s English language requirements, with acceptable evidence of English proficiency provided at the time of application.
  • Must meet INZ’s character and health requirements, including a clean police record and the ability to pass a medical examination.