Marine Boat Painter Tradesman

To undertake all boat painting duties from antifouling to top coating of boats.

Location of work: Pine Harbour Marina, Auckland

Hourly rate: between $29.66 and $40.00 per hour depending on experience

Number of hours per week: 42.5 hours per week

Main Tasks

Core objectives include:

• Outside work and sanding, antifouls, Propspeed, cut and polishing
• Filling and fairing
• Paint touch ups, undercoating and top coating boats
• Selecting and preparing paints to required colours and consistencies for boat material type
• Keep a safe and tidy working environment

The above list is not exhaustive and the role may change to meet the overall objectives of the company.

Other Duties

• Fulfill other duties as required by management and other department personnel as requested/required

Required Qualities

• Professional approach
• Ability to work under pressure
• Organisational and time management skills
• Excellent attention to detail

Desired Competencies

• Analytical thinking
• Initiative
• Business awareness
• Tenacity
• Strategic thinking
• Positive approach to change

Experience

• Minimum 3 years of painting experience (marine painting, spray painting, automotive painting). By hand and Spray Painting

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license, or ability to obtain a Full NZ driver's license

Skills and Competencies

• Surface Preparation Expertise: Skilled in sanding, fairing, masking, priming, and understanding surface conditions for both fibreglass and aluminium hulls.
• Paint System Knowledge & Application Technique: Strong technical ability in applying high-performance paint systems, whether marine or automotive.
• Tool & Equipment Proficiency: Understanding of application tools and spray equipment, including setup, operation, cleaning, and maintenance.
• Attention to Detail & Finish Quality: Detail-driven, with an eye for finish quality.
• Health, Safety & Environmental Awareness: Understanding of safe handling and disposal of paints, solvents, and thinners; use of PPE; awareness of confined-space procedures; and compliance with marine environmental standards.
• Teamwork & Communication: The ability to collaborate with colleagues, boat builders, other trades, and project managers.
• Reliability & Work Ethic: Consistent timekeeping, strong work habits, and pride in delivering top-quality workmanship.
• Physical Stamina & Adaptability: Working in confined spaces, on scaffolds, or outdoors in changing conditions. Stamina, safe work habits, and adaptability are all crucial.

Personal Attributes (essential)

• Professional approach
• Confident manner
• Positive approach to change

Job Type: Permanent

Pay: $29.66 – $40.00 per hour

Work Location: In person