Painter / decorator

This exciting opportunity combines both hands-on experience and the completion of a nationally recognised trade qualification.

Isaac Regional Council is currently seeking an enthusiastic Apprentice Painter/Decorator to join our Engineering and Infrastructure’s Corporate Properties team based in Moranbah! The team is made up of multiple trades including builders, plumbers, electricians and painters. This exciting opportunity combines both hands-on experience and the completion of a nationally recognised trade qualification.


The successful applicant will work towards a Certificate III in Painting and Decorating with an accredited training provider. This full-time fixed-term four (4) year position is an initiative of Isaac Regional Council which supports long term learning and development, and career opportunities within the region.


Whilst your training will be focused on all aspects of painting and decorating, you will have an opportunity to learn from other members of the trades team and become multi-skilled in all aspects of the construction industry. Isaac Regional Council is focused on your future development and will support you to reach the highest level of professionalism possible.


Whilst in the Apprentice position, you will be supported by a qualified mentor who is highly skilled and knowledgeable in this trade. Under their supervision, you will be required to undertake (but not limited to) the following duties:

• Provide maintenance and repairs to Council buildings and properties;
• Work with and assist tradespersons in the preparation of work, ensuring that the work areas are maintained in a clean and tidy condition;
• Maintain Council’s painting and decorating equipment;
• Prepare and paint internally and externally on residential and commercial buildings and properties;
• Minor plastering;
• Colour matching paints;
• Apply various painting applications – spraying, rolling and/or brush.

You will have an opportunity to travel throughout the Isaac region to perform these duties.



For this position we offer:

• Normally 76 hours per fortnight;
• RDO’s in accordance with IRC’s Certified Agreement;
• 5 weeks annual leave @ 17.5% loading;
• Up to 13.5% super in accordance with IRC’s Certified Agreement.

We are seeking applicants who are motivated, reliable and keen to learn. You must have a genuine interest in Painting and Decorating and be committed to building a long-term career. The successful applicant will possess the follow attributes:

• The ability to follow instructions and to adapt and work in multi-disciplinary teams;
• Have strong written and verbal communication skills;
• Hardworking and reliable;
• Complete duties to a high standard;
• Pursue the Isaac Vision

A Construction White Card and a current QLD Driver’s Licence (or willingness to obtain) will be highly regarded.


For more details on this exciting position, please contact Darrin Anderson – Manager Corporate Properties during business hours on


To apply, please click ‘Apply Here’ and follow the steps to submit your application. Please provide sufficient information (noting the Key Competencies on the Position Description), demonstrating why you are the right person for this opportunity, along with your resume and cover letter.



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Applications Close: Sunday 30 June 2024

IRC has the right to commence the recruitment process prior to the closing date.
Isaac Regional Council is an equal opportunity employer. Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people and disadvantaged job seekers are encouraged to apply. Only people with the right to work in Australia may apply for this position.