Aircraft Painter
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Job Location:
Auckland - New Zealand
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
15 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Kia ora!
This is your chance to apply your automotive painting expertise to world-class aircraft working on assets that connect Aotearoa to the world and carry millions of customers every year.
Based within our Auckland Production Support team this permanent full-time Aircraft Painter role sits at the heart of Air New Zealand Engineering. Youll be part of a skilled whānau that takes pride in precision safety and doing the basics brilliantly. Whether you are an experienced aircraft painter or an automotive painter ready to transition into aviation youll be supported to grow your capability in a highly specialised environment with industry-leading standards.
The role you will play:
- Prepare and repaint aircraft components using modern spray booth facilities to exacting aviation standards
- Complete spray painting and paint touch-up work on aircraft within the hangar environment
- Prepare aluminium and composite surfaces including filling and sanding to achieve high-quality finishes
- Operate gravity feed spray equipment with consistency and precision
- Work safely from mobile platforms and at elevated heights
- Follow documented maintenance procedures and quality processes with full training provided
What were looking for:
- A Level 4 NZQA Automotive Painter qualification or a Level 4 NZQA Trade Certificate in Aircraft Engineering Specialist Painter
- Strong surface preparation experience across aluminium and composite materials
- Proven experience using gravity feed spray equipment
- A sharp eye for detail and pride in delivering high-quality workmanship
- The ability to manage multiple tasks while meeting deadlines
- A positive team-first attitude with clear communication skills
Experience painting large surfaces or working in industrial environments is an advantage but not essential. If you bring most of this experience along with transferable skills and the drive to grow wed love to hear from you.
Whats in it for you:
- Discounted staff travel for you and your whānau with access to standby travel across many international airlines
- A strong learning culture with hands-on training mentoring and development to support your transition into aviation
- FlexiLeave giving you the option to purchase up to four additional weeks of leave each year
- Superannuation options through KiwiSaver and FlexiSaver with matching contributions of up to 4 percent
- Access to a wide range of work perks including discounts on hotels activities retail and more
Your journey starts here:
If youre ready to take your painting career further and be part of an iconic airline with a proud engineering legacy wed love to hear from you. Apply online with your CV and a cover letter outlining your experience and interest in transitioning into aviation.
Applications close 24th February 2026
Additional Information :
At Air New Zealand we are proudly committed to diversity equity and inclusion and believe in creating a truly inclusive workplace where everyone can be themselves and thrive. Our people are our greatest asset because while everything else we do in our operation can be replicated by our competitors it is our people that truly set us apart. We are firm believers in celebrating the differences and diversity of thought our people bring to their roles.
Whāia te pae tawhiti kia tata. Ko te pae tata whakamaua kia tina.
Seek to bring distant horizons closer. Once near seize them and make them your reality.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Full-time
Key Skills
- Drywall Experience
- Hand Tools
- Basic Math
- Construction Experience
- Carpentry
- Workers' Compensation Law
- Airless Paint Spraying
- Auto Body Repair
- Auto Painting
- Painting
- Caulking
