Shot Blaster

Proactive Global; Slough; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Proactive Global in Slough is seeking an experienced Shot Blaster to join our busy industrial team. You will operate shot blasting equipment to remove rust, paint and contaminants from metal components, ensuring surfaces meet required quality standards.

We offer day and night shifts with competitive hourly rates and immediate starts. Join a safety‑conscious environment focused on efficiency and quality, with opportunities to grow within the company.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Shot Blaster in an industrial setting.
• Familiar with shot blasting equipment and surface prep techniques.
• Able to identify surface defects and maintain quality standards.
• Commitment to health and safety procedures and PPE usage.
• Physically capable of manual handling in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate and monitor shot blasting machinery and related equipment.
• Prepare surfaces to required cleanliness and quality per standards.
• Conduct visual inspections and surface profile checks before and after blasting.
• Load and unload metal components safely into blasting areas.
• Perform routine equipment checks and basic maintenance.
• Keep the work area clean and maintain safe working conditions.
• Follow all health and safety protocols and wear PPE at all times.

Job description

Shot Blaster Required Slough, Berkshire
Day Shift: £15.00 per hour
Night Shift: £18.00 - £20.00 per hour

Immediate Starts Available

The Opportunity

Due to continued expansion, our client has exciting opportunities for experienced Shot Blasters to join their growing team based in Slough.

Both day and night shifts are available, offering competitive hourly rates and the opportunity to work within a busy industrial environment.

Job Purpose

To operate shot blasting and surface preparation equipment to remove rust, paint, mill scale and other contaminants from metal components and structures. You will be responsible for preparing surfaces to the required cleanliness and quality standards, ensuring all work is completed safely and in line with production requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Shot Blasting Operations: Set up, operate and monitor manual and automated shot blasting machinery, blast pots and associated air compressor equipment.
• Surface Preparation: Remove rust, old coatings, mill scale and other surface contaminants to achieve the required preparation standards, including ISO 8501, SA2.5 and SA3 where applicable.
• Quality Inspection: Carry out visual inspections and surface profile checks before and after blasting, ensuring components meet the required quality specifications.
• Material Handling: Safely load, unload and manoeuvre metal components and structures into and out of blasting areas.
• Equipment Maintenance: Complete routine equipment checks, clean blasting machinery and dust extraction systems, replenish abrasive media and report any faults or maintenance requirements.
• Housekeeping: Maintain a clean, organised and safe working environment, ensuring equipment and work areas are kept in good condition.
• Health & Safety: Follow all relevant health and safety procedures, ensuring appropriate PPE is worn at all times, including blasting helmets, breathing apparatus and protective overalls.

Experience & Requirements

• Previous experience working as a Shot Blaster or within an industrial surface preparation environment.
• Good understanding of shot blasting equipment, abrasive media and surface preparation techniques.
• Ability to identify surface defects and work to required quality standards.
• Awareness of industrial health and safety procedures.
• Comfortable working in a physically demanding, hands-on environment.
• Reliable, safety-conscious and able to work effectively as part of a team.

Proactive Global is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.