ICATS-Certified Painter

JR United Kingdom; Basildon; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the industrial sector is seeking a skilled ICATS-certified Painter to perform painting and coating applications in compliance with safety, quality, and environmental protocols. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in shot blasting, surface preparation, and will work on various surfaces to maintain high industry standards. Responsibilities include equipment operation, mixing coatings, and documenting activities while ensuring adherence to strict safety standards.

Qualifications

• Must be ICATS-certified and physically fit.
• Proven experience in shot blasting and industrial painting.
• Basic understanding of paint chemistry and safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Perform shot blasting and surface preparation to specified standards.
• Apply coatings using spraying equipment, brushes, or rollers.
• Conduct inspections to ensure coating quality meets requirements.

Skills

Shot blasting

Surface preparation

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Education

ICATS Certification

Additional certifications (NACE, CCNSG, CSCS)

Job description

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We are seeking a skilled and experienced ICATS-certified Painter with a preferred strong knowledge and hands-on experience in shot blasting and surface preparation techniques. The successful candidate will be responsible for carrying out painting and coating applications to the highest industry standards on a variety of surfaces, ensuring compliance with safety, quality, and environmental protocols.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform shot blasting, abrasive cleaning, and surface preparation to specified standards.
• Apply coatings using airless and conventional spray equipment, brush, or roller, following ICATS protocols and client specifications.
• Conduct inspections before, during, and after painting to ensure coating thickness, adhesion, and finish quality meet requirements.
• Safely mix and apply primers, intermediates, and finish coatings in accordance with technical data sheets (TDS).
• Operate and maintain painting and blasting equipment, ensuring proper use and storage.
• Read and interpret job specifications, work orders, and safety documentation.
• Maintain compliance with all safety regulations and PPE requirements.
• Document daily activities, including material usage and surface preparation logs.
• Work as part of a team to ensure the job is completed on time.

Qualifications:

• ICATS Certification – mandatory.
• Proven experience in shot blasting and industrial painting in marine, oil & gas, infrastructure, or construction environments.
• Familiarity with surface preparation standards (e.g., ISO 8501-1)
• Physically fit and able to wear full PPE, including respiratory protection.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team in demanding environments.
• Basic understanding of paint chemistry and environmental regulations.

Preferred:

• Additional certifications if possible (e.g., NACE Level I/II, confined space, working at heights, safety training).CCNSG or CSCS card, MEWP
• Experience working in Petrochemical or in high-security industrial environments.
• Rope Access training
• Ability to work in confined spaces and at heights, following strict safety protocols.