Painting Apprentice – Sunshine Coast
Ready to kickstart a hands-on career where no two days look the same?
East Coast Apprenticeships and a locally owned and operated painting business delivering a wide range of residential painting services across the Sunshine Coast and surrounding areas — are looking for a motivated Painting Apprentice to join the crew.
If you’ve got your driver’s licence, own car, and White Card, this could be your chance to build real skills while earning and learning on the job.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Assisting with residential interior and exterior painting
- Surface preparation (sanding, patching, masking, priming)
- Learning professional painting techniques and finishes
- Working alongside experienced tradespeople
- Maintaining safe and tidy worksites
You’ll gain practical, real-world experience while working toward a nationally recognised trade qualification.
What We’re Looking For
- Genuine interest in painting and working with your hands
- Reliable, punctual, and willing to learn
- Good attention to detail
- Positive attitude and strong work ethic
- Driver’s licence, own car, and White Card (required)
No experience needed — just the right attitude and commitment.
Why Join Us?
- Work with a supportive local business
- Variety of residential projects
- Learn valuable, in-demand trade skills
- Build a long-term career with real earning potential
If you’re ready to get off the sidelines and start building your future, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply now and bring colour to your career!
Modern Award rates apply
Access the PACT Calculator via Fairwork Website to help you understand your hourly rate. The PACT calculator can be found at https://calculate.fairwork.gov.au/CheckPay/Summary
Please note, to be eligible you must be an Australian citizen, Permanent resident, or hold a valid visa that allows you to work and undertake training in Australia.
At East Coast Apprenticeships, we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds.
**Successful applicants will be contacted for an interview**
Job Type: Apprenticeship
Application Question(s):
- Do you have your own vehicle?
Licence/Certification:
- Driver Licence (Required)
Work Authorisation:
Work Location: In person
