Painters (ANZSCO 3322) are professionals who apply paint, varnish, wallpaper, and other finishes to protect, maintain, and decorate surfaces of buildings and structures. This occupation excludes Painters in the Visual Arts, Vehicle Painters, and Industrial Spraypainters, as they fall under different unit groups.

Painters in the Visual Arts are included in Unit Group 2114 Visual Arts and Craft Professionals, Vehicle Painters are included in Unit Group 3243 Vehicle Painters, and Industrial Spraypainters are included in Unit Group 7112 Industrial Spraypainters.

Indicative Skill Level:

Most occupations in the Painters unit group require a level of skill commensurate with the qualifications and experience outlined below:

In Australia:

• AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on-the-job training, or AQF Certificate IV (ANZSCO Skill Level 3)

In New Zealand:

• NZQF Level 4 qualification (ANZSCO Skill Level 3)

Relevant experience of at least three years may be considered as a substitute for the formal qualifications mentioned above. In some cases, additional relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required along with the formal qualification. Registration or licensing may also be necessary.

Tasks Include:

• Erecting scaffolding and ladders, and placing drop sheets to protect adjacent areas from paint splattering
• Preparing surfaces by removing old paint and wallpaper, fixing woodwork, filling holes and cracks, and smoothing and sealing surfaces
• Selecting and preparing paints to required colors by mixing portions of pigment, oil, and thinning and drying additives
• Applying paints, varnishes, and stains to surfaces using brushes, rollers, and sprays
• Hanging wallpaper, matching patterns, and trimming edges
• Cleaning equipment and work areas
• May perform window repairs and replace glass in wooden and metal frames

Occupation:

• 332211 Painter

Alternative Titles:

• Painter and Decorator

Painters (ANZSCO 3322), also known as Painter and Decorators, specialize in applying paint, varnish, wallpaper, and other finishes to protect, maintain, and decorate surfaces of buildings and structures. Depending on the specific job requirements, registration or licensing may be necessary.

Overall, Painters play a crucial role in enhancing the aesthetic appeal and longevity of various structures through their skilled application of finishes.