Spray Painter – Mackay Workshop

About the role

Komatsu Australia is seeking an experienced Spray Painter to join its Mackay workshop team, based at the Connors Road facility. You will apply high-quality finishes and protective coatings to mining equipment, components and stands, working as part of a skilled workshop team on the preparation and refurbishment of Komatsu equipment. The roster is Monday to Friday, 6:00am to 2:30pm.

Key responsibilities

• Apply high-quality paint finishes and protective coatings to mining equipment, components and stands.
• Ensure all painting and trade-related work is completed safely, efficiently and to a high standard.
• Maintain workshop equipment, tooling and a clean, safe work environment.
• Identify and report quality issues to minimise rework and maintain customer standards.
• Complete job documentation and quality checks in line with Komatsu procedures.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and promote safe work practices.

Required profile

• Trade qualification in spray painting, automotive refinishing or equivalent.
• Experience applying protective coatings and high-quality finishes to equipment and components.
• Previous experience with mining equipment, heavy machinery or similar OEM environments is highly regarded.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.
• Good communication skills and ability to work well within a workshop team.
• Current driver's licence and a strong commitment to workplace safety.

What we offer

• Pay of $46.08 - $47.79 per hour base, plus superannuation and overtime.
• Family policy: 16 weeks of paid primary carer parental leave, 4 weeks of secondary carer leave.
• Income protection, death and disability insurance through the company superannuation fund, and novated leasing options.
• Recognition awards, flexibility, further education and internal career development.
• Corporate health discounts and travel discounts.
• Potential yearly bonus and a $3,000 referral payment for successful new hires.