Paint Technician - GEB Surface Treatments x2

Nasmyth Group; Stapleford; Remote; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On site parking

Pension scheme

Healthcare / Health plan

Holiday entitlement

Job summary

GEB Surface Treatments, part of Nasmyth Group, is recruiting skilled Paint Technicians for aerospace-grade surface finishing. You will apply primers and coatings, operate spray-painting equipment and ensure compliance with engineering drawings and quality standards.

Role demands attention to detail, safe working practices and the ability to work in a fast-paced, precision-driven environment. Staff benefits include on-site parking and career progression opportunities.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in paint spraying/finishing in high-spec manufacturing.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and process sheets.
• Strong focus on health and safety, PPE use and hazard controls.

Responsibilities

• Apply primers, topcoats and protective coatings to metal/composites as per specs.
• Set up and maintain spray-painting equipment and paint booths.
• Interpret drawings, specs and customer requirements accurately.
• Carry out visual inspections to verify coatings meet aerospace standards.
• Record work and maintain production/quality documentation.
• Identify and report defects and non-conformances promptly.
• Keep work areas clean, audit-ready and compliant with safety rules.
• Support continuous-improvement in the paint shop and wider team.
• Mentor less-experienced colleagues as needed.

Skills

Paint experience

Aerospace/defence

Engineering drawings

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Education

Vocational certs desirable

Job description

Paint Technician - GEB Surface Treatments x2 Added 23/9/2026

Location: GEB Surface Treatments, Wharf Road, Industrial Estate, Pinxton, Nottinghamshire, NG16 6LE
Job type: Full Time/Permanent
Salary: £15.50 per hour (Depending on Experience)
Hours per week: 40 hrs per week - 30 minutes unpaid lunch break
Start & finish times: Monday to Thursday - 7:30 am - 4:30 pm
Friday - 7:30 am - 2:00 pm

About the company

GEB Surface Treatments Ltd is a specialist metal finishing company which is part of the Nasmyth Group, which supports aerospace and other precision engineering industries.

Key Responsibilites:

• Apply primers, topcoats and specialist protective coatings to metal and composite components in line with technical specifications and work instructions.
• Set up, operate and maintain spray-painting equipment, paint booths and associated production equipment.
• Interpret engineering drawings, specifications, process sheets and customer requirements accurately.
• Carry out visual inspections and quality checks to confirm that finished coatings meet aerospace standards and customer expectations.
• Record completed work accurately and maintain all required production and quality documentation.
• Identify and report defects, non-conformances and process issues promptly to supervisors and quality personnel.
• Keep work areas clean, organised and audit-ready, while complying with all health, safety, environmental and quality requirements, including PPE and hazardous-substance controls.
• Support continuous-improvement activity across the paint shop and wider production team.
• Mentor and support less-experienced colleagues when required.

Location: GEB Surface Treatments, Wharf Road, Industrial Estate, Pinxton, Nottinghamshire, NG16 6LE
Job type: Full Time/Permanent
Salary: £15.50 per hour (Depending on Experience)
Hours per week: 40 hrs per week - 30 minutes unpaid lunch break
Start & finish times: Monday to Thursday - 7:30 am - 4:30 pm
Friday - 7:30 am - 2:00 pm

Key Responsibilites:

• Apply primers, topcoats and specialist protective coatings to metal and composite components in line with technical specifications and work instructions.
• Set up, operate and maintain spray-painting equipment, paint booths and associated production equipment.
• Interpret engineering drawings, specifications, process sheets and customer requirements accurately.
• Carry out visual inspections and quality checks to confirm that finished coatings meet aerospace standards and customer expectations.
• Record completed work accurately and maintain all required production and quality documentation.
• Identify and report defects, non-conformances and process issues promptly to supervisors and quality personnel.
• Keep work areas clean, organised and audit-ready, while complying with all health, safety, environmental and quality requirements, including PPE and hazardous-substance controls.
• Support continuous-improvement activity across the paint shop and wider production team.
• Mentor and support less-experienced colleagues when required.

Role Requirements:

• Proven experience as a Paint Sprayer or Paint Technician in aerospace, defence, automotive or another high-specification manufacturing environment.
• Practical experience applying specialist coatings, primers and finishes to metal and composite components.
• A sound understanding of surface preparation, masking and paint-application processes.
• The ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications and process documentation.
• Strong attention to detail and a consistent commitment to high-quality workmanship.
• Knowledge of health and safety requirements for paint application and hazardous materials.
• Clear communication, teamwork and problem-solving skills, with the ability to collaborate across production, quality, engineering and customer-facing teams.
• A reliable, positive and flexible approach, with the ability to work independently while supporting colleagues and changing production priorities.
• Relevant vocational qualifications, apprenticeships or industry certifications are desirable.

Desirable Experience:

• Previous experience in the aerospace and defence industry.
• Experience working to aerospace quality standards and customer-specific requirements, including Airbus painting and coating specifications.
• Experience with Rolls-Royce and Rolls-Royce Control Systems approved processes, specifications and quality standards.
• Knowledge of customer approval and compliance requirements associated with Airbus, Rolls-Royce, RRCS, Boeing, Leonardo, BAE Systems or similar aerospace and defence organisations.
• Familiarity with epoxy primers, polyurethane topcoats, dry-film lubricants and specialist aerospace coatings.
• Experience in AS9100- and NADCAP-accredited manufacturing environments.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing, continuous improvement and right-first-time principles.
• The ability to support audits and customer inspections when required

Benefits of working at GEB Surface Treatments?

• A competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.
• Overtime opportunities, where available.
• Career development and progression within a growing aerospace and defence business.
• Ongoing training and professional development.
• A company pension scheme, health plan and employee benefits package.
• Generous holiday entitlement.
• A safe, supportive and inclusive working environment.
• The opportunity to contribute to prestigious aerospace and defence programmes.
• On site free parking