Apprentice Spray Painter – Smash Repairs

About the role

Leven Smash Repairs, a family-owned vehicle repair company in the Central West NSW region, is looking for two apprentice spray painters: one for its Dubbo workshop and one for its Mudgee workshop. The apprenticeship covers panel preparation, paint mixing and spraying, masking, cleaning and polishing vehicles, and is open to people with no prior industry experience.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare panels for painting and clean vehicles to be painted
• Colour match paints by eye or with computer technology and mix paints
• Use modern spray painting equipment and processes, and understand paint blends and multi-layered formulations
• Create special effects with paint and finishes, and mask glass and other areas before painting
• Apply coats of primer and clean and maintain spray equipment
• Buff and polish painted vehicle surfaces

Required profile

• Previous work experience (not necessarily in smash repair)
• Valid NSW driver's licence
• Australian citizenship or permanent residency
• Interest in automobiles and a passion for high-quality workmanship
• Responsibility, strong work ethic, effective communication and attention to detail

Required skills

• Knowledge of computers and basic math
• Desire to learn and contribute to continuous improvement

Apprenticeships are offered through a full-time training contract (including TAFE) or a school-based traineeship (one paid day per week while completing Year 11 and 12). Other pathways include a 70-hour unpaid automotive work placement and part-time after-school employment. Applications are made through the online form or by contacting the HR office.