Industrial Painter — Protective Coatings & Surface Prep(FT)

J&B Engineering Pty Ltd; Perth; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

J&B Engineering Pty Ltd in Maddington, WA is seeking two painters to join its engineering operations. You will perform surface preparation, painting and protective coating work across workshop facilities, supporting quality services while maintaining safety standards.

The role requires industrial painting experience, surface prep skills, and the ability to work independently or with teams to meet production schedules.

Qualifications

• Minimum 12 months' painting experience in the same or a closely comparable role.
• Experience with surface preparation, cleaning, sanding, rust removal and primers/sealers.
• Ability to apply paints and protective finishes using brushes, rollers and spray equipment.
• Experience in industrial painting in engineering environments preferred.
• Relevant painting qualifications or trade certificates advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Prepare metal surfaces and structures for painting and coatings.
• Remove old paint, rust and contaminants using proper prep methods.
• Fill cracks and sand surfaces before finishing materials.
• Mix paints, primers and coatings according to specifications.
• Apply coatings using brushes, rollers or spray equipment.
• Inspect surfaces and finishes to identify defects and ensure quality.
• Coordinate painting with fabrication and machining to support schedules.
• Maintain and clean painting tools and equipment.
• Follow health and safety procedures when handling paints and chemicals.
• Keep work areas clean and dispose of materials per environmental requirements.

Skills

Painting

Industrial painting

Surface preparation

Safety procedures

Teamwork

Tools

Spray equipment

Rollers

Brushes

Job description

J&B Engineering Pty Ltd in Maddington, WA is seeking two painters to join its engineering operations. You will perform surface preparation, painting and protective coating work across workshop facilities, supporting quality services while maintaining safety standards.

The role requires industrial painting experience, surface prep skills, and the ability to work independently or with teams to meet production schedules.