Sandblasting Technician

weir; Surrey; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Weir in Surrey, BC is seeking a Sandblasting Technician for onsite 12-hour night shifts (Mon–Thu, 4:00 PM–4:30 AM). You will move materials with forklifts/cranes, sandblast to a white finish, and apply primers as required. Documentation and safety are essential to ensure quality and compliance.

The role requires a high school diploma, hands-on work experience, and the ability to wear a respirator. A 3-month contract with potential for permanency is offered.

Qualifications

• Completion of High School education.
• Willingness to work 12-hour shifts in a hands-on environment.
• Experience operating forklifts safely.
• Ability to wear a respirator safely per WorkSafe BC.

Responsibilities

• Move steel spools and products into the sandblasting booth using forklift/overhead crane.
• Perform sandblasting to achieve a white metal finish on equipment surfaces daily.
• Apply primers and adhesives per established procedures.
• Complete paperwork and traveler information with traceability.
• Demonstrate 100% commitment to safety culture.

Skills

Hands-on work

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Forklift

Overhead crane

Respirator use

Job description

Sandblasting Technician

Location - Surrey, BC

Work Arrangement - Onsite, Shift (Monday to Thursday, 4:00 PM - 4:30 AM)

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

You’ll play a key role in solving real-world challenges. You’ll apply your skills to deliver results that matter whether that’s through engineering, planning or customer support. You’ll work with purpose, learn every day and help shape a more sustainable future.

What you’ll do

• Equipment Handling: Safely move steel spools and other products into the sandblasting booth using forklift and overhead crane, ensuring efficient workflow.
• Sandblasting Operations: Perform sandblasting to achieve a white metal finish on equipment surfaces, maintaining high-quality standards daily.
• Adhesive Application: Apply primers and adhesives accurately following established procedures to prepare equipment for next stages.
• Documentation & Compliance: Complete all required paperwork and traveler information accurately, ensuring traceability and compliance with company standards.
• 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

Must-haves:

• Completion of High School education.
• Willingness to work in a hands‑on environment during 12‑hour shifts.
• Experience operating forklifts and overhead cranes safely.
• Ability to wear a respirator safely (clean-shaven as per WorkSafe BC requirements).

Nice-to-haves:

• Previous sandblasting experience.
• Familiarity with safety procedures and risk assessments in industrial settings.
• Strong attention to detail in documentation and process adherence.
• Ability to work effectively within a small team environment.

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.

Compensation: $33.51/hr +$2 shift premium

This vacancy is for a 3 month contract, with chance of becoming a permanent position after completion of 3 months.