Paint Technician
About the company
Liebherr’s experience, knowledge, and dedication to the highest quality and most reliable technology, makes us a respected leader and a trustworthy partner to industry. We sell and service earthmoving machinery, mining equipment, mobile cranes, tower cranes, maritime cranes as well as foundation and piling equipment throughout Australia and New Zealand. Are you ready to join the family?
About the role
The Paint Technician is responsible for specializing in the surface preparation and painting of cranes and heavy lifting equipment and ensuring all vehicles are prepared for customer delivery to the highest standard.
Key Responsibilities
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- Provide surface preparation and painting of cranes and heavy lifting equipment
- Work as part of a close‑knit team of painters focused on quality, safety, and on‑time delivery
- Prepare crane surfaces by cleaning, sanding, masking, and applying primers
- Operate spray-painting equipment to apply industrial coatings (e.g., Two Pac, epoxy, polyurethane)
- Mix and match paint to required specifications and colour codes
- Inspect surfaces for defects and ensure high-quality finishes
- Follow safety protocols, including working at heights and in confined spaces
- Maintain and clean spray equipment and tools
- Collaborate with sales and service teams to coordinate painting schedules
- Applying quality control techniques
- Inspecting work for conformity to established standards
- Document completed work and report any defects or hazards
- Painting and Touch-Ups
- Paint covers and components as required.
- Perform touch-ups to address scratches and nicks, ensuring a high-quality finish.
Skills & Experience
Essential
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Trade qualification in spray painting or industrial coatings
- Drivers License
Desirable
- Liebherr earthmoving equipment experience
- High Risk Licenses; LF, DG, EWP
- Working at Heights certificate
Benefits
- Corporate Health Insurance | Novated Lease | Travel Club
- Liebherr One Hub – Employee discount portal for great savings
- Training programs and opportunities to ensure your continued growth
- In house Soft skills and Leadership training programs
Diversity and Inclusion
Diversity and inclusion sit at the heart of the Liebherr Group’s Core Values. We are committed to building a workforce that is representative of the communities in which we live, work and operate. Our culture thrives on mutual respect, teamwork, and diversity of thought in the workplace.
Culture
We are dedicated to seeing our employees work together in an environment that fosters the true meaning of collaboration; a culture that creates the highest quality, cutting-edge products, long-lasting relationships, and improved organisational and individual capabilities. We aim to give our employees an opportunity to grow and develop their careers.
How to apply
Please apply via the link below.
Please note: external applicants successful in progressing past interview stage will be required to undergo a Pre-employment process including National Police Clearance and Medical Screening process which includes drug and alcohol testing.
No third parties or agencies please. Emailed applications will not be accepted.
Have we awoken your interest? Then we look forward to receiving your online application. If you have any questions, please contact Jennine Williams.
One Passion. Many Opportunities.
The company
Liebherr-Australia Pty Ltd is part of the Liebherr Group, which employs nearly 50,000 people, in more than 140 companies and 50 countries on every continent. Liebherr's decades of experience, knowledge, and dedication to the highest quality and most reliable technologies makes Liebherr a respected leader and a trustworthy partner to industry. Liebherr-Australia is responsible for selling and servicing earthmoving machines, mining machines, mobile cranes, tower cranes, maritime cranes as well as deep foundation machines throughout Australia and New Zealand. Though the company's 20 hectare Head Office Complex is based in Adelaide, Australia, the commitment to, and support of, New Zealand customers is unwavering.
Location
Liebherr-Australia Pty. Ltd.
1-15 James Erskine Drive
2759 Sydney
Australia (AU)
Contact
Jennine Williams
jennine.williams@liebherr.com
