Aircraft Spray Painter / Finisher

Aircraft Spray Painter / Finisher

Location: Moorabbin Airport, in Melbourne’s South-East

Full Time, Permanent

Microflite is seeking a motivated and detail oriented Aircraft Spray Painter / Finisher to join our growing team. Working within a high quality aviation environment, you will be responsible for preparing, painting, finishing, and refinishing aircraft components and related materials to exacting industry standards.

This role is ideal for an experienced spray painter with strong finishing and surface preparation capabilities who takes pride in producing high quality workmanship while maintaining a strong focus on safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

Why Microflite?

At Microflite, we live by our values:

Safety. Integrity. Excellence. Innovation.Engagement.

Join Microflite, Victoria’s premier aviation company and a leader in helicopter and fixed-wing operations. Our modern, meticulously maintained fleet enables us to deliver exceptional experiences, whether it’s luxury travel, corporate transfers, or critical missions such as firefighting, search and rescue, aerial filming, and surveillance for government clients. At Microflite, innovation is at our core — we’re pioneering sustainable aviation practices and exploring the future of advanced air mobility. Due to continued growth and expansion, this is your chance to be part of a dynamic team that’s shaping the skies!

What You’ll Do:

Reporting to the Engineering Manager, responsibilities will include:

• Preparing aircraft parts and components for painting and finishing processes
• Applyiny primers, topcoats, and specialist finishes to aerospace components
• Performing sanding, masking, filling, surface preparation, and polishing activities
• Conducting body filler application and blocking work to a high standard
• Inspecting and adjusting spray application techniques including flow, angle, speed, and finish quality
• Operating and monitoring spray booths, ovens, and paint mixing equipment
• Following technical drawings, work instructions, and quality specifications
• Conducting finishing and refinishing work to achieve premium presentation standards
• Maintaining housekeeping and complying with workplace health, safety, and environmental requirements
• Supporting continuous improvement initiatives within the production environment

What You’ll Bring:

To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate:

• Trade qualification in Spray Painting or a nationally recognised Paint Qualification
• Previous experience in aircraft, automotive, marine, or industrial spray painting and finishing
• Strong finishing experience, including refinishing, polishing, detailing, and final presentation work
• High attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship
• Understanding of workplace health and safety practices and safe chemical handling procedures
• Ability to read and follow written work instructions and technical documentation
• Experience working within a manufacturing or production environment (highly regarded)
• Aproactive attitude with willingness to learn and work collaboratively within a team
• Applicants must have unrestricted rights to live and work in Australia 

What We Offer:

Work with a Leading Name in Australian Aviation Join a fast growing, highly respected aviation company where your contributions directly support our operational excellence.

Modern Office in a Unique Aviation Setting Enjoy working from our contemporary Moorabbin Airport headquarters offering a professional, engaging environment with a front row seat to the aviation world.

Supportive and Inclusive Team Culture Be part of a friendly and professional workplace where collaboration, respect, and a positive attitude are genuinely valued.

Career Progression and Development Grow your career with access to internal training and development initiatives, plus opportunities to advance into new roles as the company continues to expand.

Employee Wellbeing Comes First Access our confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP), plus the day-to-day support of a leadership team that prioritises staff wellbeing and work-life balance.

Make a Tangible Impact In our close-knit head office environment, your work won’t get lost in the crowd you’ll see the results of your efforts and be recognised for them.

Attractive Remuneration Competitive pay based on your skills and experience.