Blasting and Spraying Technician

VolkerWessels UK Ltd; South Queensferry; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Private medical care

Pension

Cycle to Work scheme

Training and development opportunities

Flexible working opportunities

Employee Assistance programme

Job summary

VolkerLaser, part of VolkerWessels UK, is seeking an experienced Blasting and Spraying Technician based in South Queensferry. You will deliver surface preparation to SA2-SA3 standards and apply primers/topcoats on bridge and infrastructure projects.

The role requires at least 4 years in industrial blasting and spray painting, ICATS Gold or TTP Gold certification, a CSCS card, and strong safety focus. Travel across the Central Belt of Scotland and beyond will be needed.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years' experience in industrial blasting and spray painting.
• Current ICATS Gold or TTP Gold certification.
• Experience spraying concrete structures for bridges and infrastructure projects.
• Valid CSCS card.

Responsibilities

• Perform surface preparation to required standards (SA2-SA3, ST2-ST3).
• Apply primers, intermediate coats and topcoats to specified thickness using brush and spray techniques.
• Operate and maintain blasting and airless spray equipment safely and efficiently.
• Follow industry specs including SHW5000, SHW1900 and Network Rail M24.
• Identify and report coating defects and ensure quality workmanship.

Skills

Industrial blasting

Spray painting

Health & safety

Equipment setup

Bridge/infra experience

Education

ICATS Gold

TTP Gold

CSCS card

Tools

Blasting equipment

Airless spray equipment

Job description

About us

VolkerLaser repairs, strengthens and waterproofs concrete and steel structures, offering a tailored package of specialist works to clients across the UK. Our structural solutions include bridge deck waterproofing, expansion joints, concrete repair and cathodic protection works, steel repair and strengthening work, carbon fibre and temporary works, jacking and bearing replacement. We also provide specialist lightweight decking and access solutions, as well as being specialists in long bridge and cable refurbishment.

About the role

Blasting and Spraying Technician

Location: South Queensferry (Central Belt of Scotland and UK wide)

We are seeking an experienced/highly skilled Industrial Blaster/Sprayers to join our Industrial Coatings division. This role is critical to delivering high-quality surface preparation and coating application works in line with project specifications, ensuring the highest standards of workmanship and customer satisfaction.

The successful candidate will have proven experience working on bridges, highways, and major infrastructure projects, with a strong understanding of industrial blasting and protective coating systems.

Candidate will be Initially based in South Queensferry, with future projects being across the Central Belt of Scotland and throughout the UK as required.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform surface preparation to the required standards, including abrasive blasting to SA2-SA3 and mechanical preparation to ST2-ST3.
• Apply primers, intermediate coats, and topcoats to the specified dry film thickness using high quality brush and spray painting techniques.
• Operate and maintain industrial blasting and airless spray painting equipment, demonstrating strong competence in setup, troubleshooting, and safe operation.
• Work in accordance with recognised industry specifications, including SHW5000, SHW1900, and Network Rail M24.
• Identify and report surface preparation and coating defects such as laminations, drips, runs, and blistering.
• Follow all work instructions, maintain safety standards, and achieve production targets.

About you

• Minimum of 4 years' experience in industrial blasting and spray painting.
• Current ICATS Gold or TTP Gold certification.
• Previous experience in the blasting and spray painting of concrete structures.
• Previous experience working on bridges, highways, and major infrastructure projects.
• Strong technical knowledge of blasting and spray painting equipment, as well as relevant coating and paint specifications.
• Solid understanding of health and safety requirements within industrial painting environments.
• Good manual dexterity, with the ability to handle equipment and materials safely and effectively.
• Valid CSCS card.

Why work with us?

VolkerLaser is under the umbrella of VolkerWessels UK which is a multidisciplinary contractor that delivers innovative engineering solutions across the civil engineering and construction sectors including rail, highways, airport, marine, energy, water, and environmental infrastructure.

By utilising the specialist skills of each business unit within VolkerWessels UK, VolkerLaser are able to ensure our staff provide unrivalled resources and expertise to our clients.

We offer competitive rewards and benefits, recognising the value we place on our employees.

We offer a range of benefits, including:

• Competitive salary
• Competitive annual leave and an additional day off on your birthday
• Option to buy additional annual leave
• Private medical care
• Pension
• Life Assurance
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Shopping and restaurants vouchers, rewards, and discounts
• Training and development opportunities-comprehensive skills-based training
• Family friendly polices including enhanced maternity benefits
• Flexible working opportunities
• Employee Assistance programme
• Mental health, physical health, and financial support
• 24/7 Virtual GP service

Fairness, inclusion and respect

We believe in pushing boundaries in the pursuit of fairness, inclusion and respect. So, our teams can be comfortable that, whatever their background, VolkerWessels UK is a place where they can be themselves and thrive.

Additional information

Note for Recruitment Agencies: Our preference is to hire directly, and we will reach out to our Preferred Supplier List (PSL) agencies if this particular role qualifies for release. We kindly request that you refrain from sending speculative CVs. In the event of speculative CV submissions, no fees will be applicable, and we kindly ask that all inquiries to be directed.

VolkerWessels UK is committed to maintaining healthy, safe and productive working conditions for its entire staff and therefore a drugs & alcohol screening is mandatory for all.