EOI Full Time Painter Blasters

Lakota Global Pty Ltd; Western Australia; On-site; AUD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Lakota Global Pty Ltd is seeking experienced Painter Blasters to join our team in Australia. The role involves preparing surfaces and applying protective coatings across shipyards, dry docks, and remote sites, following NACE standards and project specifications.

You will work autonomously and with a skilled team, handling abrasive blasting, surface prep, and coating applications while maintaining safety, QA/QC documentation, and compliance with Australian and international standards.

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Surface Preparation and Coating Application, or trade qualification in painting
• OR at least 5 years experience in industrial painting
• White Card
• Working at Heights certification
• Confined Space Entry certification
• Elevated Work Platform (EWP) permit
• Class C drivers licence

Responsibilities

• Wet and Dry Abrasive Blasting: Set up and operate blasting equipment to remove rust, scale, and coatings
• Surface Preparation: High-pressure washing, sanding, solvent wiping, masking to meet coating readiness
• Coating Application: Apply epoxies, polyurethanes, anti-fouling coatings with spray, brush, or roller
• Safety Compliance: Follow PPE, confined space, heights, and hazardous materials protocols
• Autonomous work across varied environments including dry docks, shipyards, offshore platforms
• QA/QC: Maintain accurate coating and surface prep documentation

Skills

Paint application

Coatings application

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Education

Certificate III in Surface Preparation and Coating Application

Tools

Abrasive blasting equipment

Airless spray guns

Job description

Lakota Global is a leader in surface preparation, painting, and protective coatings, providing innovative solutions for asset durability and performance. With over 30 years of experience, the company serves industries including marine, defence, mining, and oil and gas. Backed by NACE/AMPP-certified specialists, Lakota Global guarantees expert corrosion control and compliance with Australian and International standards. Lakota Global is a 50% Veteran Owned company, bringing the values of service, discipline, and commitment to every engagement and delivering high performance solutions built on deep technical expertise. Safety and regulatory compliance are central to every project, ensuring reliable and long lasting results.

The Opportunity:

We're seeking experienced Painter Blasters to join our team. You'll work independently and alongside a skilled team across diverse industrial environments, dry docks, shipyards, and remote project sites. Preparing surfaces and applying high performance protective coatings in accordance with project specifications and NACE standards.

Role Description:

As a Painter Blaster, you will be responsible for preparing surfaces and applying protective coatings to structures and components in accordance with project specifications and industry standards. The role will require independent work across diverse industrial environments, including shipyards, and remote project sites when required.

Key Responsibilities:

Wet and Dry Abrasive Blasting

• Set up and operate abrasive blasting equipment to remove rust, scale, and coatings from structures and components.
• Perform regular equipment checks and ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and dust suppression regulations across multiple industries.

Surface Preparation

• Carry out high-pressure washing, sanding, solvent wiping, and masking on tanks, hulls, decks, and other structural assets.
• Ensure all preparation meets NACE standards for coating readiness in shipyards, offshore facilities, and industrial sites.

Coating Application

• Apply epoxies, polyurethanes, and anti-fouling coatings using airless and conventional spray guns, brushes, or rollers.
• Follow manufacturer specifications and DFT (dry film thickness) guidelines to deliver high-quality finishes in harsh environments.

Safety Compliance

• Adhere to strict safety protocols, including confined space entry, working at heights, and hazardous materials handling.
• Participate in JHAs and maintain a zero-harm work culture through consistent PPE use and risk awareness.
• Work autonomously in varied settings including dry docks, shipyards, offshore platforms, and remote industrial sites.
• Manage daily tasks effectively while maintaining accurate QA/QC documentation for all surface prep and coating activities.

To Be Considered, You Must Hold:

• Certificate III in Surface Preparation and Coating Application, or a trade qualification in the painting industry
• OR at least 5 years’ experience in industrial painting
• White Card
• Working at Heights certification
• Confined Space Entry certification
• Elevated Work Platform (EWP) permit
• Class C drivers licence

Highly Desirable:

• Supervisory or coordination experience
• Experience with robotic blasting on a variety of substrates
• Ultra-High Pressure (UHP) hydro blasting experience
• NACE Level 1 or 2 certification
• Responsible Management of Hazardous Paints certification
• Ability to perform and pass inspection and coating reports

Qualifications:

• Proficiency in Paint application
• Experience in Coatings, general Painting, and Spray Painting
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to achieving high-quality finishes
• Knowledge of safety protocols and compliance with industry standards
• Ability to work effectively in a team and communicate clearly
• Previous experience in industrial painting and surface preparation is an advantage
• Relevant certifications such as NACE or other protective coatings qualifications are highly desirable

Remuneration:

$75,000 – $95,000 per annum (pro-rata, based on experience)