Gisborne Collision Centre, the leading name for panel and paint in Gisborne, is looking for a Vehicle Painter to join our dynamic and growing team. We work on a diverse range of projects from cars and trucks to boats and restorations, offering incredible variety. Whether you’re a newly qualified painter eager to learn or an experienced professional ready to lead, we have a flexible role designed to grow with you. If you have a can-do attitude, dedication to quality, and want to work across the road from a great surf beach, we want to hear from you.
Company Overview
We are Gisborne’s go-to team for top-tier panel beating and automotive refinishing. Our reputation is built on the highest standards of craftsmanship across a wide array of vehicles and projects. We’re a busy, supportive shop with a great team culture, located in an unbeatable spot. We invest in our people by providing diverse work, expert mentorship, and a clear path for long-term growth within our rapidly expanding business.
Key Responsibilities
Your primary focus will be delivering flawless paint finishes as part of our skilled team. Your core duties will include:
- Performing expert sanding, masking, and preparation for paint.
- Spray painting vehicles and components to a showroom-quality finish.
- Maintaining the paint workshop to a high standard of cleanliness and organisation.
- Buffing and polishing finished work to ensure a perfect final appearance.
- Depending on your experience level, you may also take on colour matching, grinding/filler work, sandblasting, or shop management and planning duties.
Qualifications
We are flexible on background but firm on attitude and potential. The must-haves are:
- A solid foundation in automotive spray painting, sanding, masking, and buffing.
- A genuine passion for quality, a strong work ethic, and a collaborative team spirit.
- The legal right to live and work in New Zealand (overseas applications cannot be considered).
- You must currently reside in New Zealand.
This role is ideal for a painter who has recently finished an apprenticeship and is hungry to develop, or for an experienced painter looking for a fresh challenge and potential leadership. Additional skills in colour matching, body prep, or management are highly valued bonuses.
Benefits and Perks
This is more than just a job; it’s a career opportunity in a fantastic location. We offer:
- Competitive, Experience-Based Pay: We expect high-quality work and pay well to match your skill and contribution.
- Long-Term Growth: A permanent, full-time role (40+ hours per week) with ample overtime available and real scope to grow your role as our business expands.
- Work on cars, trucks, bikes, boats, and restorations alongside an experienced, supportive team.
- A friendly workshop environment located right across the road from one of New Zealand’s best surfing beaches.
- A competitive hourly rate $25.00
How to Apply
If you’re a painter looking for a rewarding, long-term career with a great team, we would love to explore the possibilities with you.
To apply or ask any questions, please contact us directly at [email protected]. In your message, tell us a bit about your painting background and what you’re looking for in your next role.
We look forward to discussing how we can build a successful future together.