Painter

Bilfinger Berger SE; Reading; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Reading is seeking skilled Painters to work on a project at AWE. Candidates should have a Relevant Trade CSCS Card and be experienced in applying Epoxy Resin. This position offers a site bonus and attendance bonus, with responsibilities including applying decorative finishes and performing quality checks on completed jobs. Emphasis on attention to detail and safety-conscious work practices is required.

Benefits

Site bonus

Attendance bonus

Qualifications

• Good attention to detail is essential.
• Experience in applying Epoxy Resin is required.
• Must obtain Security Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Apply decorative finishes and protective coatings to plant and equipment.
• Prepare surfaces for coating.
• Check finished jobs as part of quality control.

Skills

Attention to detail

Practical skills

Ability to follow instructions

Safety-conscious approach

Teamwork

Hand-eye coordination

Normal colour vision

Education

Relevant Trade CSCS Card

Job description

Overview

Bilfinger UK is a leading engineering and maintenance provider, supporting customers across the chemical & petrochemical, nuclear, oil & gas, pharmaceuticals & biopharma, power & energy, utilities, renewables and food & beverage markets. We enhance the efficiency of assets, ensuring a high level of availability and reducing maintenance costs.

We have extensive experience in offshore and onshore facilities; specialising in asset management services throughout all life cycle phases from consulting, engineering, manufacturing, assembly, operations, maintenance, and decommissioning.

This commitment is delivered by an experienced and highly competent workforce of over 4,500 employees operating from 14 offices in strategic industrial hubs, upholding the highest standards of safety, compliance and quality.

Painters required on AWE

5 months work

Site bonus + Attendance bonus (T&Cs apply)

Responsibilities

The position holder would be to apply decorative finishes and protective coatings to plant, equipment, concrete flooring and products. You would normally work in one of three areas – manufacturing, engineering or construction.

For most work, you would use brush applied coatings in line with the job\'s design instructions. Your day-to-day tasks could include:

• Making sure all the materials are mixed correctly to get the right colour and consistency.
• Preparing the surfaces to be covered.
• Applying primer coats.
• Applying main coats then the finish.
• Applying Epoxy Resin.
• Repairing and preparation to Floors to apply Epoxy Resin.
• Checking finished jobs as part of quality control.
• Cleaning and maintaining painting equipment.
• Carry out tasks as per Bilfinger and/or client requirement, only if deemed competent to do so.

Key Skills

• Good concentration levels and the ability to pay close attention to detail.
• Good practical skills.
• The ability to follow written instructions and keep records.
• A safety-conscious approach to work.
• The ability to work on your own initiative and as part of a team.
• Good hand-to-eye coordination.
• Normal colour vision

Qualifications

• Relevant Trade CSCS Card (Essential)
• Must be able to obtain Security Clearance (Essential)
• Experienced in applying Epoxy Resin (Essential)

If you wish to speak to a member of the recruitment team, please contact 01224 246246.