Spray Painter

Posted Wednesday 9 September 2026 at 2:00 pm Join Our Paint Shop Team at William Adams William Adams is a proud Caterpillar dealer, supporting customers across Victoria and Tasmania with the machines, technology and expertise that keep their businesses moving. Behind that support is a team of people who take pride in what they do and genuinely care about delivering a quality result. We’re now looking for a qualified Spray Painter to join our busy Burnie workshop. This is a permanent opportunity to put your spray-painting skills to work on genuine Caterpillar equipment and new fabricated components, while building a long-term career with a business that invests in its people. Based in our new, state-of-the-art Paint Shop, you’ll work alongside a high-performing team responsible for preparing and painting Caterpillar machinery to the high standards our customers expect. You’ll also take ownership of paint stock, paint booth operator maintenance and ensuring associated equipment is maintained to a high standard. If you take pride in your workmanship, have a strong eye for detail and want to be part of a team that genuinely cares about doing the job right, we’d like to hear from you. ABOUT THE ROLE Reporting to the Fabrication Supervisor, you’ll play an important role in ensuring Caterpillar equipment is prepared, painted and presented to a high standard. Key responsibilities of the role: Preparing and spray-painting Caterpillar equipment and machinery Ensuring machinery is maintained and presented to company standards Management of stock holdings Starting the day with a CAT meeting, covering safety and key topics Working alongside a high-performing team who take pride in the Cat product Helping minimise machine downtime and maximise workshop productivity Providing training and advice to trade assistants assigned to support in preparation and painting Maintaining a clean, safe and organised work environment ABOUT YOU To be considered for this role you will have the following skills, experience & attributes: A recognised qualification as a Spray Painter, preferably with industrial equipment experience A strong commitment to safety, health and environment procedures Excellent attention to detail and pride in the quality of your work A positive, proactive attitude and willingness to be part of a team Strong mechanical aptitude would be highly regarded Familiarity with Caterpillar machinery would be advantageous WHY JOIN US? Working with iconic products is just one part of what makes a career with us rewarding. At William Adams our people, and their safety, genuinely matter. We’re focused on ensuring you have the tools, support, and resources to do your best work every day. We can offer you… A competitive hourly rate (dependent on skill level) + allowances + super Uniforms (laundered) + PPE Tool Loans (interest free) Ongoing training & development Career progression & trade upgrade opportunities Employee Assistance Program Recognition and genuine appreciation through a variety of formal and informal programs Employee Referral Program – refer a mate & receive up to $3000 Relocation Assistance up to $5000 Plus, a range of perks including novated leasing, purchased leave and partner discounts across banking, health insurance, and of course the Cat parts store If you have the drive and ambition to progress, this could be the start of a long-term career at William Adams. Want to know more? Call David in our Talent Acquisition Team on 03 9566 0691 with any questions. BEFORE YOU APPLY As part of your application, you'll be asked to complete a short online Workplace Safety Assessment (approximately 9 minutes). This assessment provides additional insight into safety-related behaviours and attitudes and forms part of your application. Your application will be considered once both your application and assessment have been submitted.