The Drake Group is currently embarking on an exciting period of transformation and growth. As such, we are now accepting applications from experienced Spray Painters to join our Paint and Blast team based in Wacol. At the Drake Group, we have over 60 years of combined engineering and manufacturing experience, creating cutting-edge, high-quality products for both local and international markets. Our expertise also extends into the service, repair, and overhaul of heavy haulage trailers. We are the leaders in heavy haulage, with a reputation for being the best at what we do.

As an experienced Spray Painter you will be joining a specialised team dedicated to the preparation and painting of our heavy haulage trailers and components. If you are a Spray Painter looking for a long-term opportunity on afternoon shift, working a 4-day roster at a highly competitive rate, this is the position you have been looking for!

Your key responsibilities:

Prepare surfaces for paint application

Ensure correct paint specifications are followed

Maintain tools and equipment in an efficient and safe operating condition

Perform quality inspections to ensure the finished product meets clients standards

What we are looking for:

Surface Preparation and Coating Application Trade Qualification (or similar)

Demonstrated experience as an industrial spray painter

Ability to paint complex multi colour designs utilising 2K products.

Above average attention to detail with proven track record for quality.

What can we offer you:

Flexible working arrangements (4day weeks) with regular overtime opportunities

Competitive hourly rate

Career development and training

An organisation that values and promotes a supportive and friendly environment

Secure full-time permanent role

About us:

The Drake Group is a leading engineering and manufacturing company with over 60 years of industry experience. Founded in Brisbane in 1958, we are still proudly family owned and operated with manufacturing facilities across QLD and Western Australia. As leading trailer manufacturers, the name Drake comes with a guarantee of innovation and reliability.

Determined to be the industry leaders in the heavy haulage industry, our brands include Drake Trailers, O’Phee Trailers, BoXLoader, Cometto, Sunseeker East Coast Australia, Drake Collectibles and Dalzell and Bagley Engineering and promise the highest quality, reliability and innovation in transport manufacturing and design.

Ready to embark on an exciting journey with The Drake Group?

If you believe you have the necessary attributes for this role, please send your resume to [email protected] or click the apply button below!

Please note, all applicants will be subject to pre-employment checks as part of our recruitment process and ongoing employment of this position.