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Painter Blaster


Company : Austal Ships


Location : Brisbane, Queensland


Created : 2025-07-18


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Add expected salary to your profile for insightsPermanent Full Time | 38 Hours Weekly + OvertimeASX-Listed company I Global shipbuilderSalary Sacrificing, Novated Leasing, Retailer discount, EAP, Insurance discounts.The OpportunityAustal has an opportunity for an experienced Industrial Painter. As part of the role, you will perform associated blasting, preparation and painting tasks within the shipyard environment on vessels and associated components / equipment, or other tasks on time, in full and to standard, while striving for continuous improvement. The ideal candidate is responsible for keeping themselves and their colleagues safe as well as maintaining a clean, tidy and productive work environment.Whats involvedWater blasting and abrasive blasting of hulls & structuresSanding, masking & de-masking to vessels hulls & structuresFill & fairing ships sides & hull repairsPriming, undercoating, top coating of all paint systems to all surfacesAirless spray painting & pot gun spraying to vessel hulls & structuresBrush and roller paintingConduct fire & confined space watch as required and directed by Supervisor / ManagerEnsuring good housekeeping is practiced and punctuality is maintained.During periods of reduced trade specific works, assist in other trade-based sectors of the business as reasonably directed by Supervisors / ManagersUnderstand, embrace, implement and comply with all Austal Policies and Procedures relating to HSEQYoull needTrade Certification in Abrasive Blasting / Industrial Coatings or equivalent.Construction White CardExperience in Blasting / Painting in marine industry or heavy industrial.Protective Coatings Quality control.Capable of performing work in a safe and acceptable manner.Demonstrate adequate theoretical knowledge.Ability to use standard tools and equipment related to the trade.Possess good time management skills and ability to meet set targets.First Attack Fire Fighting Training / First Aid / Confined Space / Working at HeightsPrevious experience in Marine / Ship repair or Heavy Industry.Why AustalCompetitive compensation and benefits package.Professional development and training opportunities.A supportive and dynamic work environment.Opportunities for career advancement within our growing organisation.Our global team is guided by a universal set of values that describe thefocus of our efforts. Our goal is for all our decisions and actions to reflect these core values. We believe that putting our values into practice creates the greatest benefits for our shareholders, customers, employees, suppliers, and communities in which we serve.Excellence - Customer Focus - Integrity - Team WorkAt Austal we are committed to providing a safe and inclusive work environment for all. We believe that achieving greater diversity will enhance our operations and as such we actively encourage Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islanders, people of all backgrounds, ages, sexual orientation, and those with Disability to apply.Unlock job insightsSalary match Number of applicants Skills matchManufacturing, Transport & Logistics 101-1,000 employeesAustal is a global defence prime contractor and a designer and manufacturer of defence and commercial ships. For more than 25 years Austal has been a leader in the design, construction and maintenance of revolutionary ships for Governments, Navies and Ferry operators around the world. More than 250 vessels have been delivered in that time.Austal has been at the forefront of the high speed ferry market since the early days of the industry. Our market leading designs of high performance aluminium vessels have long been at the heart of Austals research and development.Source: this is an extract from the companys own websiteAustal is a global defence prime contractor and a designer and manufacturer of defence and commercial ships. For more than 25 years Austal has been a leader in the design, construction and maintenance of revolutionary ships for Governments, Navies and Ferry operators around the world. More than 250 vessels have been delivered in that time.Austal has been at the forefront of the high speed ferry market since the early days of the industry. Our market leading designs of high performance aluminium vessels have long been at the heart of Austals research and development.Source: this is an extract from the companys own websiteTo help fast track investigation, please include here any other relevant details that prompted you to report this job ad as fraudulent / misleading / discriminatory.Featured jobsTilerOne Call HandymanLogan Central, Brisbane QLD2d agoFabric Maintenance Technician (Offshore Blaster/Painter)UGL Services - Resources and Energy West3d agoSpray PainterNorthern Star Truck & Trailer Repairs3d agoResearching careers? Find all the information and tips you need on career advice. #J-18808-Ljbffr