Specialist Industrial Painter - Kimberley

Placements24; Noord-Kaap; Vor Ort; ZAR 180.000 - 300.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Competitive salary

Medical aid

Provident fund

Overtime opportunities

Equipment provided

Career advancement

Zusammenfassung

Placements24 is seeking a Specialist Industrial Painter for their Kimberley, Northern Cape facility. The role involves applying protective and decorative coatings to industrial structures and fabricated metal products, demanding strong attention to surface prep, safety, and coating quality.

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience with epoxy, polyurethane and primer systems, and be comfortable working on-site at our fabrication facilities or external sites within the Northern Cape

Qualifikationen

• 4+ years of proven experience as an Industrial Painter.
• Experience with surface preparation techniques (abrasive blasting, power tool cleaning).
• Experience with spray application techniques (airless, conventional).
• Knowledge of epoxies, polyurethanes, primers and other industrial coatings.

Aufgaben

• Prepare surfaces for painting to ensure proper adhesion.
• Apply protective and decorative coatings via spraying, brushing or rolling.
• Select and mix paints, primers and solvents per specifications.
• Inspect coated surfaces for quality and uniformity with standards.
• Maintain painting equipment; ensure PPE use and safe working at heights.

Kenntnisse

Industrial painting

Surface preparation

Spray application

Coatings knowledge

Safety at heights

Tools

Spray equipment

PPE and safety gear

Jobbeschreibung

About the Role

Our client, a leading engineering and fabrication company based in **Kimberley, Northern Cape**, is seeking a dedicated and highly skilled Specialist Industrial Painter. This role is crucial for applying protective and decorative coatings to a variety of industrial structures, equipment, and fabricated metal products. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience with various painting techniques, surface preparation methods, and a wide range of industrial coating systems, including epoxies, polyurethanes, and primers. You will be responsible for ensuring the quality and longevity of protective coatings, which are vital for asset protection against corrosion and wear in demanding environments. This is a hands‑on, on‑site position within our client's fabrication facility and potentially at external sites within the **Northern Cape** region. We are looking for a detail‑oriented individual with a strong commitment to safety and quality workmanship.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare surfaces for painting, including cleaning, degreasing, blasting, and grinding, to ensure proper adhesion.
• Apply protective and decorative coatings using various methods, such as spraying (airless, conventional), brushing, and rolling.
• Select and mix paints, primers, and solvents according to manufacturer specifications and application requirements.
• Apply a variety of industrial coating systems, including epoxies, polyurethanes, zinc‑rich primers, and high‑temperature paints.
• Inspect painted surfaces to ensure quality, uniformity, and compliance with specified standards.
• Maintain painting equipment, including spray guns, hoses, and compressors, ensuring they are in good working order.
• Adhere strictly to all health and safety regulations, including the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and working in confined spaces or at heights when necessary.
• Read and interpret technical data sheets for coatings and safety data sheets (SDS).
• Manage paint inventory and ensure proper storage and disposal of materials.
• Collaborate with fabrication and engineering teams to coordinate painting schedules and requirements.

Requirements

• Proven experience as an Industrial Painter, with a minimum of 4 years in a similar role.
• Demonstrated proficiency in various surface preparation techniques (e.g., abrasive blasting, power tool cleaning).
• Experience with spray application techniques (airless, conventional).
• Knowledge of different types of industrial coatings (epoxies, polyurethanes, primers) and their application properties.
• Ability to work safely at heights and in confined spaces.
• Understanding of NACE or SSPC standards is an advantage.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high‑quality finishes.
• Good physical stamina and the ability to perform manual labor.
• A valid driver's license is preferred for potential site‑based work in the Northern Cape.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary, commensurate with experience and skills.
• Contributions to medical aid and provident fund.
• Opportunities for overtime work.
• Provision of all necessary painting equipment and safety gear.
• Potential for advancement within the company.
• A stable work environment within a reputable industrial firm in Kimberley.