Spray Painting Apprenticeships

Spray painting isn’t just about adding color to cars—it’s your gateway to an exciting and creative career in the automotive industry. Modern vehicle paint is a cutting-edge product, and mastering it requires top-notch skills in surface preparation, precise application, and expert color matching.

Do you love custom cars, intricate paint graphics, and stunning finishes? If you have an eye for detail and a passion for craftsmanship, a Spray Painting Apprenticeship is the perfect fit for you!

The demand for skilled spray painters is high across the automotive industry. You’ll find opportunities to work in large workshops, as preferred insurance repair specialists, or even with luxury and niche brands. As your skills grow, so do your career options.

This pathway can lead to owning your own business in accident repairs and spray painting. You could also specialize in custom paint jobs, graphic designs, race car preparation, or car restorations. The possibilities are endless when you combine creativity with technical expertise.

Why wait? Take the first step into this vibrant and rewarding industry. Start your journey as a Spray Painting Apprentice today and turn your passion into a career that stands out!

What will I learn?

As part of your spray painting apprenticeship, you will learn how to:

Carefully prepare panel surfaces prior to painting.
Mix paints and to colour match to the original by eye or using computer technology.
Use modern spray painting equipment and spray processes.
Understand the blends and multi-layered formulations in modern paints.
Create special effects with paint and finishes.
Mask glass and other areas before paint application.
Clean a vehicle to be painted.
Apply coats of primer.
Clean and maintain spray equipment.
Buff and polish vehicle painted surfaces.

What skills do I need?

No prior knowledge or experience is necessary to be a spray painting apprentice, but a keen interest in cars and a practical aptitude will help.

An apprenticeship is designed to teach you the skills and knowledge you need with practical training at work, and extra studies at a Registered Training Organisation.

An apprenticeship will get you started in the industry, and open up the doors to a great career.

Entry requirements

There are no formal entrance requirements however you will need to be placed in an apprenticeship to start your training and you should be able to read, write and understand basic mathematical concepts. Successful applicants will be required to complete enrolment documentation. You must be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident.

What are my training options?

You have the option to pursue a full-time apprenticeship, which leads to a Certificate III qualification. This program combines hands-on training in a workshop with classroom learning through a Registered Training Organisation (RTO). Alternatively, you can choose a school-based apprenticeship, allowing you to study while completing your high school education. The duration of the program may vary depending on your school, RTO, and workplace arrangements.

To help you get started, Apprenticeships Are Us offers pre-apprenticeship courses throughout the year. These courses equip you with essential skills and provide a solid foundation for beginning an apprenticeship. By completing a pre-apprenticeship, you can gain valuable experience and take a significant step toward your future career.

Whether you’re ready to dive into a full-time program or want to explore your options with a pre-apprenticeship, we’re here to guide you every step of the way. Take the next step and start building your career today!

Duration of an apprenticeship

This apprenticeship has a nominal duration of 4 years to complete, during which you must be employed in an apprenticeship contract. It is possible to complete the apprenticeship contract sooner if you achieve the necessary competencies before this time.