Industrial Blasters & Sprayers

Morson Talent; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 2,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment company is seeking Industrial Blaster/Sprayers for a significant project in Plymouth. Candidates should have a Train the Painter Silver/Gold, OPITO, or ICATS Blasting certification, alongside experience in coatings, blasting, or spraying. This opportunity emphasizes safety, quality, and the use of anti-corrosion protection techniques. Competitive pay rates are offered, along with additional allowances and 21 days of annual leave.

Benefits

£50.65 daily lodge allowance for traveling workers

21 days annual leave + statutory bank holidays

Overtime available

Qualifications

• At least 1 year experience in coatings, blasting, or spraying.
• Experience on nuclear or construction sites is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Deliver anti-corrosion protection to surfaces.
• Maintain a safe working environment and comply with regulations.
• Perform surface preparation and assist with blast set-up.
• Apply coatings using brush, roller, or spray.
• Conduct quality control checks including film thickness.
• Use access equipment like scaffolding.

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving skills

Team collaboration

Education

Train the Painter Silver/Gold, OPITO, or ICATS Blasting certification

Job description

Are you qualified with a Train the Painter Silver, Gold, or ICATS Blasting certification?

Morson are recruiting for Industrial Blaster/Sprayers for work in Devonport Dockyard, Plymouth. This is a great opportunity to work on critical infrastructure within one of the UK's major naval dockyards. Join a skilled, experienced team where safety, precision, and quality are key. If you meet the requirements and are looking for a long‑term opportunity in industrial surface protection – we'd love to hear from you.

Opportunity

You will be involved in delivering anti‑corrosion protection to ferrous and nonferrous surfaces. This includes mechanical preparation, abrasive blast cleaning (open and closed loop), and applying a variety of protective coating systems such as one‑pack and two‑pack epoxies.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe working environment and comply with all legal and procedural regulations.
• Perform surface preparation (hand, mechanical, blasting) and assist with blast set‑up as needed.
• Apply coatings using brush, roller, or spray – knowledge of spray set‑up is beneficial.
• Understand coating systems: primers, high‑build coatings, one‑ and two‑pack systems.
• Perform quality control checks, including film thickness and environmental readings.
• Use access equipment such as scaffolding and mobile platforms.

Knowledge, Skills & Experience

• Strong attention to detail and problem‑solving skills.
• Desirable: experience on nuclear or construction sites.
• Ability to follow instructions and adapt to changing work demands.
• Positive team contributor with a collaborative approach.
• Honest, open, and professional attitude.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Train the Painter Silver/Gold, OPITO, or ICATS Blasting or Spraying certification.
• At least 1 year experience in coatings, blasting, or spraying.

Security Requirements

Successful candidates must be eligible to undergo BPSS and SC clearance to work at the dockyard (Support will be provided through the application process).

Pay Rates & Allowances

When Blasting: Basic: £22.00, OT1: £28.60, OT2: £35.20 (Blasting work makes up most duties.)

When Painting: Basic: £18.00, OT1: £23.40, OT2: £28.80 (Painting will be ad hoc depending on work programmes.)

Taxable lodge allowance for travelling workers: £50.65 per day

21 days annual leave + statutory bank holidays

38‑hour basic week, with overtime available (Weekend and overtime work may be required based on business needs).