Team Leader – Painting

About the role

The Painting Team Leader oversees daily operations of the painting workshop for high‑quality scenic elements, props and displays used in events, exhibitions and activations. This hands‑on position bridges production managers, designers and the workshop floor to meet client specifications and tight deadlines.

Key responsibilities

• Lead, mentor and allocate tasks to a workshop team, running daily toolbox talks on safety and progress.
• Interpret technical and CAD drawings, prepare surfaces, and apply paints, enamels, varnishes and lacquers using spray guns, rollers and brushes.
• Create custom finishes, faux textures and precise colour matches as required by designers.
• Inspect finished work for quality, enforce health‑safety rules and maintain a 5S‑compliant workspace.
• Manage inventory of raw materials, coordinate purchasing and maintain painting equipment such as spray booths and airless sprayers.

Required profile

• Minimum 5 years experience as a team leader in a professional painting or scenic‑shop environment.
• Proven leadership and communication skills with the ability to work under pressure.
• Strong attention to detail and problem‑solving ability in fast‑paced projects.
• Basic knowledge of ERP or inventory software and proficiency with Microsoft Excel for reporting.

Required skills

• Operation of spray guns, rollers and brushes.
• Use of power tools and sanders for surface preparation.
• Colour matching and custom finish techniques.
• Interpretation of CAD drawings and technical briefs.
• Basic ERP system usage.