Marine Painter – Submarine Coatings Specialist (Devonport)

Babcock Mission Critical Services España SA.; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defense contractor in Plymouth seeks an experienced Painter to maintain and protect surfaces of submarines at Devonport Royal Dockyard. This full-time position requires extensive experience in marine environments and qualifications like NVQ Level 3 in Painting. The role involves applying protective coatings using various techniques while ensuring compliance with safety standards. Competitive benefits include a matched pension scheme, wellness programs, and excellent development opportunities.

Benefits

Matched contribution pension scheme

Access to a Digital GP

Employee share scheme

Holiday Trading

‘Be Kind Day’ for volunteering

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in a marine, industrial, or commercial environment.
• Familiarity with paint manufacturers’ technical and safety data sheets.
• Prepared to work in radiological areas and at height.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and protect surfaces of submarines.
• Prepare substrates and apply protective coatings.
• Maintain clean working areas and protect equipment.

Skills

Surface preparation quality standards

Applying coatings in marine environments

Technical guidance on painting techniques

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Industrial / Marine / Painting / Decorating

ICATS certification

Tools

Brush

Roller

Conventional spray

Airless spray

Job description

A leading defense contractor in Plymouth seeks an experienced Painter to maintain and protect surfaces of submarines at Devonport Royal Dockyard. This full-time position requires extensive experience in marine environments and qualifications like NVQ Level 3 in Painting. The role involves applying protective coatings using various techniques while ensuring compliance with safety standards. Competitive benefits include a matched pension scheme, wellness programs, and excellent development opportunities.