Defence Marine Coatings Specialist – Permanent Role

Sociable Tech; Bullatale; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PPE supplied

Paid training

Career progression

Above award salary + super

Job summary

Favcote Pty Ltd is seeking an experienced Blaster/Painter to join our Sydney team working at the Garden Island Defence Precinct and across NSW. The role involves surface preparation and the application of protective coatings on naval vessels and industrial assets, with long-term Defence contracts and safety-first expectations.

This hands-on role offers permanent full-time employment, above award remuneration, and paid training to obtain relevant tickets and licences including Cert III in surface

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in abrasive blasting and mechanical surface preparation.
• Experience applying protective coating systems to marine and industrial assets.
• Trade qualification in surface preparation and coating application.
• White Card and current driver licence; willingness to obtain Defence security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Prepare ferrous and non-ferrous surfaces by blasting and mechanical prep.
• Apply protective coating systems by brush, roller, and spray methods as per specs.
• Carry out surface prep and coating works on client sites and vessels.
• Record work, inspections, and environmental controls in the management system.

Skills

Abrasive blasting

Surface preparation

Coating application

WHS compliance

Education

CERT III in surface prep & coating applications

Certificate III in Painting and Decorating (preferred)

Job description

Favcote Pty Ltd is seeking an experienced Blaster/Painter to join our Sydney team working at the Garden Island Defence Precinct and across NSW. The role involves surface preparation and the application of protective coatings on naval vessels and industrial assets, with long-term Defence contracts and safety-first expectations.

This hands-on role offers permanent full-time employment, above award remuneration, and paid training to obtain relevant tickets and licences including Cert III in surface