Blaster / Painter

InterGroup; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

InterGroup in Christchurch is seeking an experienced Blaster Painter to join our team. This hands-on role involves abrasive blasting, surface preparation, and applying industrial coatings across the South Island, with time in the workshop and on client sites.

You will work safely, maintain quality, and contribute to projects involving structural steel, tanks, pipelines, and industrial assets. Strong attention to detail and collaborative teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in abrasive blasting and industrial coating application.
• Strong understanding of surface preparation standards and coating systems.
• Experience working safely and effectively on construction, industrial, or maintenance sites.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Carry out abrasive blasting and surface preparation to required standards.
• Apply industrial protective coating systems in accordance with specifications.
• Inspect and prepare surfaces for coating application.
• Operate and maintain blasting, painting, and associated equipment.
• Complete work safely, efficiently, and to a high standard of quality.
• Maintain project documentation and quality records as required.
• Support blast yard operations and site-based project work.
• Work collaboratively with clients, supervisors, and team members.

Skills

Abrasive blasting

Industrial coatings

Surface preparation

Quality workmanship

Health and safety

Education

Industry qualifications/certifications

Tools

Blasting equipment

Job description

Experienced Blaster Painter - Christchurch

Put Your Skills to Work on Challenging Industrial Projects

InterGroup is seeking an experienced Blaster Painter to join our Christchurch team.

This is an opportunity to work on a variety of industrial construction, maintenance, and asset protection projects across the South Island. While based from our Christchurch blast yard, you'll spend time both in the workshop and on client sites, delivering high-quality surface preparation and protective coating solutions.

We're looking for someone who takes pride in their workmanship, understands the importance of safety and quality, and enjoys working as part of a professional team.

About the Role

As an Experienced Blaster Painter, you'll be responsible for abrasive blasting, surface preparation, coating application, and associated activities across a range of industrial environments.

You'll work on projects involving structural steel, industrial plant and equipment, tanks, pipelines, and other industrial assets. The role requires a strong understanding of coating systems, surface preparation standards, and quality requirements to ensure work is completed to specification.

This is a hands-on role offering variety, responsibility, and the opportunity to work on interesting projects both in the blast yard and on customer sites.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out abrasive blasting and surface preparation to required standards
• Apply industrial protective coating systems in accordance with specifications
• Inspect and prepare surfaces for coating application
• Operate and maintain blasting, painting, and associated equipment
• Complete work safely, efficiently, and to a high standard of quality
• Maintain project documentation and quality records as required
• Support blast yard operations and site-based project work
• Work collaboratively with clients, supervisors, and team members

What We're Looking For

• Proven experience in abrasive blasting and industrial coating application
• Strong understanding of surface preparation standards and coating systems
• Experience working safely and effectively on construction, industrial, or maintenance sites
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship
• A proactive approach to health and safety
• Experience with marine coatings and/or intumescent coatings highly regarded
• Relevant industry qualifications and certifications advantageous
• High-pressure water jetting experience advantageous

Why Join InterGroup?

Diverse Industrial Projects

Work across a variety of industrial construction, maintenance, and asset protection projects.

Yard and Site-Based Variety

Enjoy a mix of workshop and field-based work across Christchurch and the wider South Island.

Skilled Team Environment

Join experienced professionals who value quality workmanship, safety, and teamwork.

Stable, Long-Term Opportunity

Be part of a well-established business with a strong pipeline of industrial work.