Blast & Paint Tradesman

Fitzroy Engineering Group; Whangarei; On-site; NZD 102,123,000 - 103,155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Positive team culture

Guaranteed minimum 40 hours/week

Overtime opportunities

Training and development

Diverse project work

Safe work environment

Competitive hourly rate

Job summary

DIALOG Fitzroy in Whangarei is seeking an experienced Blast & Paint Tradesman to prepare and protect industrial assets through abrasive blasting and protective coatings. You will work on varied projects across multiple industries, delivering safety alongside quality workmanship.

The role requires at least 3 years' blasting or coatings experience, surface prep skills, and a proactive, team-oriented attitude.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years' industrial blasting and/or protective coatings experience.
• Experience preparing surfaces and applying protective coating systems.
• Strong commitment to safety, quality and environmental standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and protect industrial assets via abrasive blasting and coating application.
• Work on diverse projects across multiple industries.
• Ensure work is completed safely, efficiently and to high quality standards.

Skills

Industrial blasting

Protective coatings

Surface prep

Safety commitment

Communication

Education

NZQA Level 3 trade cert

Indo overseas cert equivalent

Job description

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Whangarei, New Zealand

Reference: 6933236

About Us

At DIALOG Fitzroy , we design, build and maintain complex industrial assets across New Zealand and Australia. With over 65 years of experience, we've built a reputation as a trusted partner to clients in energy, petrochemicals, dairy, pharmaceuticals, geothermal, water treatment, and tank terminals.

We are currently seeking experienced Blast & Paint Tradesmen to join our Whangarei team. If you're passionate about quality workmanship, safety, and delivering outstanding results, we'd love to hear from you.

What we offer:

• Positive and supportive team culture
• Guaranteed minimum 40 hours per week
• Overtime opportunities to boost your earnings
• Access to industry-recognised training and development
• Diverse and interesting project work
• Safe, professional and well-equipped work environment
• Competitive hourly rate of $35.64 to $36.00 per hour, depending on contract

About the Role

As a Blast & Paint Tradesman , you'll play a key role in preparing and protecting industrial assets through abrasive blasting and protective coating application. You'll work on a variety of projects across multiple industries, ensuring all work is completed safely, efficiently, and to the highest quality standards.

What You’ll Bring

• Minimum 3 years' industrial blasting and/or protective coatings experience (Essential)
• Experience preparing a variety of surfaces and applying protective coating systems
• Strong commitment to safety, quality, and environmental standards
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Excellent communication skills and a proactive attitude

Preferred:

• Relevant Trade Certificate, NZQA Level 3 or higher
• Indentured trade qualification or recognised overseas trade certification equivalent to New Zealand standards

Why Join DIALOG Fitzroy?

• Diverse projects and industries - deliver challenging multidisciplinary projects.
• Career growth - opportunity to provide assistance on larger projects, promoting development, and access to certified training.
• People first culture - we value mentoring, collaboration, and developing the next generation of project leaders in a positive, safe and professional work environment.
• Competitive benefits - competitive salary package for relevant skills and experience and discounted medical insurance.