Paint Prep Operative

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

• Prepare fabricated steelwork, machinery and components for industrial painting.
• Carry out surface preparation using methods such as:
• Abrasive blasting / shot blasting where required.
• Mechanical preparation using grinders, sanders and power tools.
• Degreasing and cleaning.
• Removal of rust, scale, weld spatter and other contaminants.
• Inspect surfaces before painting and identify areas requiring additional preparation.
• Mask components, machined surfaces, threads, bearings, hydraulic components and other areas that must remain paint-free.
• Ensure components are prepared in accordance with the required paint specification and application system.
• Maintain clean and organised preparation areas and equipment.
• Handle fabricated components and machinery safely using appropriate lifting equipment and workshop practices.
• Check completed preparation work to ensure it meets the required standard before components progress to painting.
• Assist painters and other production personnel when required.
• Carry out basic maintenance and cleaning of preparation equipment.
• Follow all company health and safety, environmental and quality procedures.
• Correctly store and dispose of preparation materials, consumables and waste.
• Report damaged equipment, quality issues or production concerns to the relevant supervisor.
• Maintain a high standard of housekeeping within the paint shop and preparation areas.

Person Specification

Qualifications/Attainments

• Good standard of education to GCSE level or equivalent
• Previous experience in a similar role, minimum of 1 year
• Proven experience with blasting techniques and equipment
• Good knowledge of paint systems and mixing techniques

Skills and Competencies

• A strong work ethic
• Ability to work safely following health and safety regulations
• Good communication skills and team-oriented attitude
• Operational use of Crane, Air & Hand Tools