ICATS-Certified Painter

JR United Kingdom; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the industrial sector is seeking an ICATS-certified Painter to execute painting and coating applications. The successful candidate will work on various surfaces and ensure compliance with safety and quality standards. Responsibilities include shot blasting, applying coatings with various methods, and maintaining equipment in demanding environments.

Qualifications

• Experience in industrial painting in marine, oil & gas, construction environments.
• Familiarity with surface preparation standards (e.g., ISO 8501-1).
• Basic understanding of paint chemistry and environmental regulations.

Responsibilities

• Perform shot blasting and surface preparation to specified standards.
• Apply coatings following ICATS protocols and client specifications.
• Conduct inspections to ensure coating quality meets requirements.

Skills

Shot blasting

Surface preparation

Teamwork

Education

ICATS Certification

NACE Level I/II (preferred)

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.