Paint Sprayer Supervisor

Serco Limited; King's Lynn and West Norfolk; On-site; GBP 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defense services company is looking for a Paint Sprayer Supervisor at RAF Marham. The role involves supervising painting tasks, managing teams, and ensuring adherence to quality and safety standards. Candidates should have experience as a RAF Painter & Finisher or equivalent, along with a Full UK Driving Licence. This role offers a full-time permanent contract with various benefits including annual leave and a pension scheme.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Annual leave purchase scheme

Up to 6% contributory pension scheme

Serco discounts on entertainment and shopping

Employee Assistance Programme

Career development training

Qualifications

• Appropriate experience as a RAF Painter & Finisher tradesperson or equivalent.
• Must hold a Full UK Driving Licence.
• Ability to adhere to safety protocols and work instructions.

Responsibilities

• Supervise painting tasks for the MoD under strict quality standards.
• Manage and train teams on Surface Finish in various tasks.
• Ensure compliance with Quality, Health, Safety, and Environmental regulations.

Skills

Experience as a RAF Painter & Finisher

Full UK Driving Licence

Ability to follow defined procedures

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Aeronautical Engineering (Desirable)

Job description

Paint Sprayer Supervisor

RAF Marham, PE33 9NP

Full Time, Permanent (39 hours per week)

£34,262.00 per annum and benefits

Here at Serco, we are currently recruiting a Paint Sprayer to join our team at RAF Marham. This role is responsible for undertaking / supervising painting and finishing tasks for the MoD and the delivery of Surface Finish in a wide range of tasks including surface preparation (abrading, paint stripping, DMS/PMS abrasive blasting masking, cleaning, and pre-treatment), and the application of associated finishes on all MoD assets.

The Paint Sprayer / Supervisor must comply with all Quality, Health, Safety, Environmental and Aviation Safety requirements. They will be responsible for notifying Management of any anomalies, failures, defects, and corrosion, which may give rise to a poor-quality product and/or endanger Aviation Safety.

Main responsibilities of the role include:

Performing surface finish supervisory tasks in accordance with the quality policy procedures and standards required.

Manual (Abrading), Chemical and Media paint removal methods on Aircraft, Aircraft components and numerous MoD ground assets prior to repainting.

Applying and supervising a high standard of paint finish to Aircraft, Aircraft components and numerous MoD assets using various paint schemes utilising modern paint application equipment.

Ensuring that appropriate health and safety aspects including COSHH, and Risk Assessments are strictly complied with, including control of entry by unauthorised personnel into work areas.

Ensure that all paints and associated materials are correctly stored in accordance with instructions.

Managing SF tasks and teams in their Areas of Responsibility (AOR) and ensuring that correct trade practices are employed, and a high-quality product is produced.

Carry out on the job training (OJT) as required to assist tradespersons with their professional development.

Be prepared to challenge/report others who display unsafe/unapproved behaviours and practices, including stopping tasks where an unsafe practice or variance from approved process is observed.

What you'll need to do the role

Appropriate experience as a RAF Painter & Finisher tradesperson or time served civilian equivalent in the trade of Aircraft/Automotive Body Shop painter.

A Full UK Driving Licence.

Ability to follow defined procedures and work instructions.

Desirable - NVQ Level 3 in Aeronautical Engineering (Surface Finish pathway) or equivalent qualification

What we offer:

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.

Annual leave purchase scheme.

Up to 6% contributory pension scheme.

Serco discounts which include cinema, merlin entertainment and online shopping discounts, and discounts on mobile phone plans and leisure centre memberships.

A range of benefits to support the health and wellbeing of you and your family such as Employee Assistance Programme, Health Cash Plans, and more.

A wealth of career development training to suit your future aspirations. These range from role specific training, leadership coaching, formal study and much more to support you to build your career with Serco.

A safe and supportive culture.

A company passionate about diversity and inclusion.