Position: Senior Painter

Company: Lilley Kitchens and Bathrooms Pty Ltd

Address: 8 Wannan Street, Highett 3190.

Working hours: Full-time

Salary: AUD 80,000- AUD 85,000 (+ Superannuation)

The Company

Lilley Kitchens and Bathrooms Pty Ltd is a Melbourne based firm specializing in contemporary painting and finishing services, primarily to the building industry. The company operates across the Bayside suburbs of Melbourne, offering bespoke kitchens, bathrooms, and cabinetry finishing services. The business specializes in kitchen and bathroom finishing with a solid reputation for excellence. The company manages projects for B2B clients who require high‑quality 2‑pack finishes and tailored solutions for residential and commercial fittings.

Job Description

Unload kitchen or bathroom components from delivery vehicles, label and measure each door, drawer front and panel and create a job card listing materials and finishes.

Maintain records to ensure that each item can be tracked from preparation to final delivery.

Remove door handles, hinges, knobs, door seals and other hardware and upon completion of work, reinstall these components and adjust alignment to ensure smooth functionality.

Set up workstations by erecting ladders or scaffolds when needed, use drop sheets, masking tape and plastic sheeting to protect countertops, appliances, floors and splash backs.

Clean kitchen cabinets and bathroom vanities with degreaser to remove cooking oils, soap residue and grime.

Assess surfaces, repair dents and cracks with putty or filler, then sand and hand sand edges and profiles to create a smooth base.

Fill nail holes and gaps, caulk seams, and apply stain blocking primers or moisture resistant sealers appropriate for kitchens and bathrooms.

Select paints, stains and clear coats based on material (timber, MDF, laminate) and client specifications.

Mixing and matching paint, stain and other finishes to suit job specifications

Apply primers, undercoats, top coats, stains and clear finishes by spray gun, brush or roller.

Inspect primed and finished panels for scratches, pin holes, runs and colour uniformity; sand lightly and re‑coat where necessary.

Clean and maintain spray guns, brushes, hoses and filters and teach apprentices how to set up and clean sprayers.

Work closely with project managers and designers to understand project requirements, timelines and budgets, liaise with installers to schedule finishing, and provide updates on job progress.

Qualifications and competencies

Certificate III in Painting and decorating

2 years full-time experience

Surface preparation and repair

Knowledge on finishing tools and techniques

Knowledge of paints and materials

Cabinet refacing and carpentry

Quality inspection and attention to detail

Safety and workspace management

Time management and job coordination

Job title- Full time

Pay- AUD 80,000- AUD 85,000 (+ Superannuation)

Schedule- 8- hour shift