Industrial Paint Prep Technician

Specfab Ltd.; Dungannon; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Specfab Ltd. requires a Surface Preparation Operative to prepare fabricated steelwork, machinery and components for industrial painting. You will perform abrasive blasting, mechanical prep and degreasing to ensure surfaces are paint-ready.

You will mask areas, inspect for defects, comply with paint specifications, maintain clean work areas and support painters while adhering to health and safety rules.

Qualifications

• GCSE level or equivalent education is required.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience in a similar role.
• Proven experience with blasting techniques and equipment.
• Good knowledge of paint systems and mixing techniques.

Responsibilities

• Prepare fabricated steelwork, machinery and components for industrial painting.
• Carry out surface preparation using abrasive blasting / shot blasting where required.
• Mechanical preparation using grinders, sanders and power tools; degreasing and cleaning.
• Remove rust, scale, weld spatter and other contaminants; inspect surfaces before painting.
• Mask components and areas that must remain paint-free; ensure compliance with paint specification.
• Maintain clean and organised preparation areas and equipment; follow safety procedures.
• Assist painters and other production staff as needed; perform basic maintenance on equipment.

Skills

Strong work ethic

Safety-conscious

Good communication

Teamwork

Crane operation

Education

GCSE level or equivalent

Tools

Crane

Air tools

Hand tools

Job description

Specfab Ltd. requires a Surface Preparation Operative to prepare fabricated steelwork, machinery and components for industrial painting. You will perform abrasive blasting, mechanical prep and degreasing to ensure surfaces are paint-ready.

You will mask areas, inspect for defects, comply with paint specifications, maintain clean work areas and support painters while adhering to health and safety rules.