Painter Blaster

DFT Holdings (WA) Pty Ltd ATF DFT Trust

Location: Western Australia

Employment Type: Full-time

Annual Salary: A$80,000.00 - $90,000 per annum, depending on experience, plus superannuation

About DFT Holdings

DFT Holdings (WA) Pty Ltd ATF DFT Trust is seeking a skilled Painter Blaster to join our team. The business provides surface treatment services, protective coating, abrasive blasting and painting, field joint coating for live gas pipelines and related infrastructure.

We are seeking an experienced Painter and Blaster to join our team and undertake surface preparation works and painting across Western Australian projects and client sites.

About the Position

The successful applicant will carry out surface preparation and apply paint to various structures and industrial equipment using blasting and coating techniques. This role requires a keen eye for detail, a strong understanding of safety procedures, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare surfaces for painting by removing old paint, rust and debris using sanding or abrasive blasting techniques.
• Apply paints/protective coatings using spray equipment, brush and roller.
• Repair metal frames, spools or pipelines.
• Operate and maintain blasting and painting equipment, including compressors, spray guns and hoses.
• Select and prepare required paints, thinners, and protective coatings according to manufacturer specifications.
• Mix paints and other additives to get the right colour.
• Identify safe handling and appropriate disposal of spent materials using the manufacturer's SDS requirements.
• Adhere to safety protocols and regulations to protect oneself and others on the job site.
• Clean equipment and work areas to ensure good housekeeping practices.
• Perform as a team player both in work ethics and safety.
• Travel to project locations and client sites throughout Western Australia as required.

Skills and Experience:

The successful applicant will have:

• Minimum 3 years of experience in painting blasting
• Proven experience as Industrial Painter and Blaster / Painting Trades Worker.
• Strong knowledge of painting techniques, equipment, and materials.
• Ability to work safely and independently.
• Attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Willingness and ability to travel to project sites across Western Australia.

Qualifications and Certifications

The following qualifications, training or certifications are desirable:

• Certificate III in Painting and Decorating or relevant protective coating or painting qualification preferred.
• Experience or training in abrasive blasting and protective coating application.
• Relevant industry certifications, including confined space, working at heights or other site-specific training, where applicable.
• Relevant industry experience may be considered in lieu of qualifications.

Salary and Employment

Annual Salary: A$80,000.00 - $90,000 per annum, depending on experience, plus superannuation

This is a full-time position with work undertaken across DFT Holdings' projects and client sites throughout Western Australia.

How to Apply: Interested applicants are invited to submit their resume and a brief cover letter outlining their relevant experience to ***********************************

Applications will be accepted for a minimum of four weeks from the date of publication.

DFT Holdings (WA) Pty Ltd ATF DFT Trust is an equal opportunity employer.

Job Summary:

Exciting opportunity for a Painter/Blaster with at least three (3) years of experience in the structural and oil and gas industries. Visa sponsorship may be available for the successful candidate.