Industrial Coating Technician

VolkerWessels UK; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Birthday day off

Private medical care

Pension

Life Assurance

Cycle to Work

Vouchers & discounts

Training & development

Maternity benefits

Flexible working

Employee assistance

Job summary

VolkerLaser, part of VolkerWessels UK, seeks an experienced Industrial Coatings Blaster/Sprayer to deliver high-quality workmanship on concrete and steel structures across the UK. You will perform surface prep to SA2-SA3 and ST2-ST3, apply multiple coats, and ensure coatings meet project specifications.

Candidates should have 4+ years’ blasting/spraying experience, CSCS, and knowledge of safety practices. Benefits include competitive salary, private medical care, pension, and training

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years’ experience in industrial blasting and spray painting.
• Certification via TTP or ICATS is required.
• CSCS card is essential for site access.
• Solid understanding of health and safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Perform surface preparation to SA2-SA3 and ST2-ST3 standards.
• Apply primers, intermediate coats and topcoats to specified DFT.
• Operate and maintain blasting and spray painting equipment.
• Identify coating defects and report them to supervision.
• Follow work instructions and meet production targets.

Skills

Industrial blasting

Spray painting

Bridges/Concrete

CSCS card

Health & safety

Manual dexterity

Education

TTP or ICATS certification

Tools

Blasting equipment

Airless spray equipment

Job description

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.

We are seeking an experienced and highly skilled Industrial Coatings Blaster/Sprayer to join our Industrial Coatings division. This role is essential for delivering high quality workmanship in accordance with project specifications across the UK and ensuring all customer requirements are met.

Location: UK Wide

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, supported by either TTP or ICATS certification.
• Previous experience Spraying or Blasting.
• Previous experience Spraying or Blasting on Bridges or Concrete structures.
• Strong technical knowledge of blasting and spray painting equipment, as well as relevant paint specifications.
• Solid understanding of health and safety practices within industrial painting environments.
• Good manual dexterity with the ability to handle materials safely and effectively.
• 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.

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.