Blaster/Painter

Weir Minerals Australia Limited; Perth; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Weir Minerals Australia Limited is seeking a Blaster and Painter in Perth to support mechanical tradespersons and carry out protective coating applications on tanks, structures, valves, and piping. The role emphasizes safety, quality, and efficient workshop practices.

You will perform blasting, painting, and related surface preparation, while maintaining a safe and tidy work environment and adhering to zero-harm safety standards. Previous experience in industrial coatings is preferred.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in industrial painting, abrasive blasting, surface preparation, or protective coatings.
• High school education or equivalent with the ability to read and understand safety rules, work instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Strong commitment to health, safety, and environmental standards, including hazard identification and adherence to procedures.

Responsibilities

• Protective coatings application: Apply abrasive blasting, high-pressure water cleaning, painting, spray and brush/roller-applied coatings, and rubber lining to tanks, structures, valves, pipework, and related equipment to prevent wear and corrosion and extend asset life.
• Mechanical support: Assist skilled mechanical tradespersons with pump assembly, inspection, and mechanical preparation both on customer sites and in the workshop.
• Quality assurance: Inspect completed work, including testing rubber linings for faults, identify quality issues, and recommend or initiate corrective actions to ensure high-quality workmanship.
• Workshop maintenance: Maintain a safe, clean, and efficient workshop environment by adhering to world-class standards of housekeeping, safety, and continuous improvement.
• Tool and equipment handling: Safely operate tools, presses, and machinery; ensure tools, materials, and equipment are cleaned, maintained, stored, and transported correctly.
• Daily role: The successful candidate will be hands‑on daily, supporting tradespersons, applying protective coatings, and maintaining safety and quality standards.
• Safety first: Demonstrate 100% commitment to our zero harm behaviors in support of our drive towards developing a world‑class safety culture.

Skills

Abrasive blasting

Industrial painting

Surface preparation

Health & safety

Education

High school education

Job description

Blaster and Painter

Weir Hazelmere, WA Onsite

What we do at Weir

We are a global leader in mining technology for a sustainable future. We help our customers extract the resources the world needs more efficiently and more sustainably. Our planet's future depends on the transition to renewable energy, and that transition can only happen with the metals and minerals our customers deliver. So, we work side by side with mines across the globe to move less rock, use less energy, use water wisely, and create less waste. Together, we drive the shift to smart, efficient, and more sustainable mining.

Make your impact

This role supports Mechanical Tradespersons in the maintenance of fixed plant equipment, while carrying out protective coating applications to prevent wear and corrosion. The position also plays a key role in maintaining a safe, clean, and efficient workshop environment, delivering high-quality work and upholding world-class safety and housekeeping standards.

• Protective Coatings Application: Apply abrasive blasting, high-pressure water cleaning, painting, spray and brush/roller-applied coatings, and rubber lining to tanks, structures, valves, pipework, and related equipment to prevent wear and corrosion and extend asset life.
• Mechanical Support: Assist skilled mechanical tradespersons with pump assembly, inspection, and mechanical preparation both on customer sites and in the workshop.
• Quality Assurance: Inspect completed work, including testing rubber linings for faults, identify quality issues, and recommend or initiate corrective actions to ensure high-quality workmanship.
• Workshop Maintenance: Maintain a safe, clean, and efficient workshop environment by adhering to world-class standards of housekeeping, safety, and continuous improvement.
• Tool and Equipment Handling: Safely operate tools, presses, and machinery; ensure tools, materials, and equipment are cleaned, maintained, stored, and transported correctly.
• Daily Role: The successful candidate will be hands‑on daily, supporting tradespersons, applying protective coatings, and maintaining safety and quality standards.
• Success Metrics: Success will be measured by the quality and durability of coatings applied, adherence to safety protocols, and contribution to a clean and efficient work environment.
• Safety First: Demonstrate 100% commitment to our zero harm behaviors in support of our drive towards developing a world‑class safety culture.

What you’ll bring

• Previous experience in industrial painting, abrasive blasting, surface preparation, or protective coatings.
• High school education or equivalent with the ability to read and understand safety rules, work instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Strong commitment to health, safety, and environmental standards, including hazard identification and adherence to procedures.
• Physically fit for manual work, including standing and walking for extended periods, repetitive movements, and lifting up to 20 kg.

Why join Weir?

We live our values we think safety first, do the right thing, respect each other, aim high, and delight our customers. We encourage our people to lead by example and celebrate our successes. We're passionate about our purpose to help deliver the natural resources that are essential to create a better future for the world. We do this by combining our deep customer insights, world‑class engineering, materials science expertise, and intelligent automation to deliver innovative end‑to‑end solutions incorporating our signature technologies. We believe your voice matters and your ideas make a difference. We're working hard to nurture a diverse culture where our people feel like they belong and can do the best work of their lives. You can help shape our unique culture through our inclusion networks and safety initiatives.

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Career development and learning support
• Access to global inclusion networks
• Regional and team-specific benefits
• Sharebuilder scheme
• Wellness support for you and your family
• Collaboration with global teams
• Study support

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We are Weir. And the growing world depends on us. It depends on us constantly reinventing. Quickly adapting. Continually finding better, faster, more sustainable ways to access the resources it needs to thrive. And it depends on each and every one of us doing the best work of our lives. It's a big challenge - but it's exciting. And it's one we can't wait to be part of. Thank you for your interest in joining us.