Coatings Operative

Kaeferltd; Bridgwater; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent contract

On-site work at HPC

Job summary

KAEFER UK & Ireland is recruiting Coatings Operatives for the Hinkley Point C project on a permanent contract. You will apply coating systems, prepare surfaces and work to HPC safety standards within a nuclear/construction setting.

Role requires responsibility for using access equipment, following procedures, and maintaining quality checks on coatings and environmental readings. On-site work at HPC offers ongoing stability and career development.

Qualifications

• Experience in nuclear or construction environments is desirable.
• Able to follow instructions amid changing workload demands.
• Proactive team contributor with collaborative approach.
• Demonstrates integrity, openness and teamwork.
• HSE Operatives Test or CCNSG can be obtained through HPC clearance.
• Train the Painter, OPITO or iCATS certificates (Bronze level) are essential.
• Minimum of 1 year in coatings, blasting or spraying.
• Valid UK driving licence is required.
• PASMA certificate for access tower work is preferred.
• CCNSG or CITB HSE Test for Operatives is required.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate surface preparation methods and apply coating systems.
• Work in line with site HSE requirements and safety standards.
• Safely use access equipment, scaffolding and MEWPs.
• Carry out surface prep using hand/mechanical methods and blasting basics.
• Apply coating systems including single-pack and two-pack paints.
• Use brush/roller and prepare spray equipment as needed.
• Support QC with wet/dry film thickness checks and readings.

Skills

Surface prep methods

Coatings application

HSE compliance

MEWPs & access equipment

WFT/DFT inspections

Driving licence

PASMA

CCNSG / HSE tests

Coatings, blasting or spraying (1+ yrs

Tools

Scaffolding

MEWP

Abrasive blasting equipment

Job description

We are looking for Coatings Operatives to join our Coatings Package of Work at Hinkley Point C on a Permanent Contract. At the Hinkley Point C site we are responsible for delivering containment liner coatings, surface protection for concrete in the internal building rooms for both nuclear reactors along with specialist access solutions. To maintain a safe and healthy work environment by establishing, following and enforcing standards and procedures; complying with legal regulations.

Key Responsibilities

• Demonstrate a strong understanding of surface preparation methods and the application of protective concrete coating systems.


• Work in line with all site Health & Safety requirements and ensure compliance with HPC and KAEFER safety standards at all times.


• Safely use and work from access equipment, including scaffolding and mobile elevated work platforms (MEWPs).


• Carry out surface preparation activities using hand and mechanical methods, with a basic understanding of abrasive blasting processes and blast equipment set-up where required.


• Apply a range of coating systems, including single-pack and two-pack paints, primers, and high-build protective coatings.


• Use a variety of coating application techniques, including brush and roller application, with an awareness of spray application fundamentals and associated equipment set-up.


• Support quality control activities by understanding inspection requirements and carrying out checks such as wet film thickness (WFT), dry film thickness (DFT), and environmental readings.

Knowledge, Skills & Experience

What you will bring

• Experience of working in Nuclear & Construction site desirable


• Ability to follow instruction due to changes in workload demand


• Proactively contributes to the team


• Is self-aware, optimistic and has a collaborative approach to working with others


• Shows moral courage, openness and honesty in all dealings


• HSE Operatives Test or CCNSG (Can be obtained when going through Clearance process for HPC)


• Train the Painter, OPITO or iCATS certificates essential (minimal of Bronze level or equivalent).


• Must have at least 1+ years experience in Coatings, Blasting or Spraying


• Full UK Driving Lisence


• PASMA Certificate


• CCNSG or CITB HSE Test for Operatives

Why KAEFER UK & Ireland?

Our mission is clear: to be the most reliable and efficient provider of technical industrial services.

KAEFER UK & Ireland provides a large and growing range of industries with asset integrity services including access solutions, insulation, surface protection, HVAC fabrication, EC&I and more. We focus on improving energy efficiency and extending asset life cycles. We have twelve operating centres across the UK and Ireland, employing approximately 3,500 highly skilled and experienced people. Our people are our lifeforce and every day they deliver excellence to our customers.

KAEFER UK & Ireland is part of the KAEFER Group, a global €2.3 billion business with its headquarters in Bremen, Germany. KAEFER works on more than 5,500 job-sites internationally, with around 33,000 employees. With unrivalled experience and expertise, our teams provide trusted partnerships and tailored support to execute even the most challenging and complex projects for clients.

We take pride in being part of a global company, with common values and many diverse and individual voices. You can ‘count on us’ to make positive contributions in the communities where we live and work.

Full Time / Part Time: Full Time or Part Time

Employee Class: Permanent employee