Aircraft Painter

AVIATION LABOUR GROUP PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,522 - 103,752; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Visa sponsorship

Relocation support

ILR eligibility after 5 years

Job summary

ALG Talent is recruiting Aircraft Paint Technicians on behalf of a leading global aviation MRO. The role is based in the United Kingdom with UK Skilled Worker Visa sponsorship and relocation support for experienced candidates.

Responsibilities include surface preparation, coating, stripes and decal application, colour matching, and high-quality finishing. Strong English communication and willingness to relocate to the UK are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3–4 years hands‑on aircraft painting experience in aerospace/MRO.
• Senior/master grade for 6+ years experience.
• Proven aircraft surface prep: stripping, sanding, buffing, masking, priming.
• Proficiency with spray guns, paint pots, and related equipment.
• Know-how of paint mixing and systems (high solids, conventional, lacquer).
• Ability to read engineering drawings and manuals.
• Ability to identify colours accurately for paint matching.

Responsibilities

• Prepare aircraft surfaces for painting (stripping, sanding, grinding, buffing, masking, sealing).
• Apply primers, base coats, and stripes per drawings and instructions.
• Perform touch‑ups, polishing and minor repairs to high-quality finish.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings and maintenance manuals.
• Set up paint pots, spray guns, and related equipment.
• Mentor junior technicians and document work per IPM procedures.

Skills

Aircraft painting

Spray painting

Colour matching

Read drawings

Safety PPE

English communication

Willing to relocate

Tools

Spray guns

Paint pots

Masking equipment

Job description

ALG Talent is hiring Aircraft Paint Technicians on behalf of our client, a globally recognised leader in business aviation maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) services. Our client has successfully relocated experienced aircraft paint technicians from around the world.

This is a permanent role. UK Skilled Worker Visa sponsorship is provided, and relocation support is available for experienced candidates.

Job Responsibilities

• Prepare aircraft surfaces for painting including stripping, sanding, grinding, buffing, masking, and sealing.
• Apply Alodine, putty, primer, and base coat to aircraft surfaces using spray guns and related painting equipment.
• Apply stripes, decals, vinyl appliques, and custom artwork to aircraft surfaces per engineering drawings and customer instructions.
• Perform touch-up, polishing, and spot-in work to achieve a high-quality finished appearance.
• Mix and manage different paint systems including high solids, conventional, lacquer, and metallic paints.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, customer instructions, maintenance manuals, and design renderings.
• Set up and operate paint pots, spray guns, and related painting equipment.
• Perform colour matching and metallic blending applications (senior grades).
• Carry out laser eye and projection image lay-outs for custom stripe and artwork applications (senior grades).
• Interface professionally with customers, design teams, and sales department as required.
• Train and mentor junior paint technicians.
• Document all work performed in accordance with the Inspection Procedures Manual (IPM).
• Adhere to all safety procedures including use of respirator and PPE.

Job Requirements

• Minimum 3 to 4 years of hands‑on aircraft painting experience in an aerospace or MRO environment.
• Candidates with 6 or more years of experience will be considered for senior (Master) grade positions.
• Proven experience in aircraft surface preparation: stripping, sanding, buffing, masking, and priming.
• Proficiency with spray guns, paint pots, and related painting equipment.
• Working knowledge of paint mixing and various paint systems (high solids, conventional, lacquer).
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and maintenance manuals.
• Ability and willingness to accurately identify and distinguish colours – essential for aircraft paint matching and inspection requirements.
• Ability and willingness to wear a respirator throughout the workday.
• Able to work in a non‑air‑conditioned hangar environment and safely perform duties involving paints, coatings, and approved chemicals while using the required PPE and respirator.
• Strong English communication skills, written and spoken.
• Willingness to relocate permanently to the United Kingdom.
• Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM (40 hours per week).

Other Details

• Permanent employment with a globally recognised aviation MRO organisation.
• UK Skilled Worker Visa sponsorship provided.
• Relocation support available for experienced candidates (details discussed at offer stage).
• Eligible to apply for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years in the UK, subject to prevailing immigration rules.
• Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, London, United Kingdom.

EA License Number: 11C4379 | Registration Number: R22105273