Spray Painter

At Komatsu Australia you’ll be part of an inclusive culture where all our people thrive, reflected in our purpose: creating value together. We encourage people with diverse backgrounds to apply for this role. 

The Opportunity:

Are you an experienced Spray Painter looking to work on something bigger?

Join Komatsu's specialist Remanufacturing team in Hemmant where you'll prepare and apply high-quality industrial coatings to major mining equipment components before they're returned to service.

Working in a modern workshop alongside experienced tradespeople, you'll play a key role in restoring components to OEM standards while enjoying stable Monday to Friday hours, overtime opportunities and genuine long-term career development with one of the world's leading equipment manufacturers.

Whether your background is heavy industry, automotive refinishing, manufacturing or industrial coatings, this is an opportunity to apply your trade in a clean, professional environment with industry-leading support.

Roster: Monday to Friday roster, 6:00am to 3:00pm.
Possibility of a 7 on 7 off roster in future.
Hourly Rate: Between $47.79 - $50.12 per hour + Super + Overtime
Role Located: Hemmant, QLD

What you'll be doing

• Preparing components through sanding, grinding, masking and surface cleaning.
• Mixing and applying primers, base coats and protective finishes.
• Operating and maintaining spray painting equipment.
• Inspecting finished work to ensure OEM quality standards.
• Safely handling paints, thinners and hazardous materials.
• Maintaining a clean and organised work area.
• Contributing to Komatsu's strong safety culture and continuous improvement initiatives.

Komatsu benefits:

• Families Policy: 16 weeks of paid primary carer parental leave, 4 weeks of secondary carer leave, plus many more family friendly benefits.
• Financial: Income Protection Insurance provided through our company superannuation fund.
• Career: Recognition, awards, flexibility, further education studies and internal career development.
• Health: Corporate discount with Bupa, Total Wellbeing Solution with Telus Health.
• Travel: Discounts with Avis, Qantas, Crown, IHG and travel agents.
• Referral Program: $3000 referral payment for referring a successful new employee to Komatsu.

What we're looking for

• Trade qualification in Spray Painting, Automotive Refinishing Technology or equivalent.
• Experience spray painting heavy equipment, industrial products or commercial vehicles.
• Experience preparing surfaces and applying industrial coatings.
• Knowledge of paint systems and curing processes.
• Excellent attention to detail and quality workmanship.
• Commitment to workplace safety and PPE requirements.
• Ability to work both independently and within a team.
• Current driver's licence.

Ready to get started? Simply hit the apply now button! 

Komatsu offers a zero-harm culture in the workplace and competitive remuneration package. We employ people with different skills, abilities, cultural backgrounds, experiences, preferences, ethnicities and from different generations. Komatsu is committed to a workplace where women can thrive.