Industrial Painter Garden Island defence project

Multiple roles available for skilled Industrial Painters for a unique role working as a Painter Blaster. In this role you will contribute to major Marine and Defence projects on Garden Island Sydney. The successful candidates will join a high-performing team delivering top-tier blasting and coating services across marine vessels, tank reef areas, structural steel, and other commercial assets.

This is a unique opportunity to apply your expertise on a critical project within a unique atmosphere. Once on the island there are plenty of opportunities and potential for development across other areas.

Requirements:

• Federal Police Check
• White Card
• Working at Heights
• Confined Space Entry
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in industrial painting - Marine painting, Steel/Metal painting and blasting experience is highly advantageous

The role:

• Surface prep using water blasting, sandblasting, mechanical tools, and needleguns
• Working on repair and maintenance tasks including climbing in and around pipes, underneath deck plates, and confined spaces
• Applying coatings via spray, brush, and roller
• Delivering high-quality results on tank reef structures and complex marine environments
• Meeting project specs and quality standards
• Complying with strict safety and site protocols
• Collaborating in a fast-paced, team-focused environment
• Comfortable working in tight, enclosed or elevated areas
• Strong skills in surface preparation and coating techniques
• High attention to detail and ability to follow technical specs
• Reliable, physically fit, and a strong team player

Highly Regarded but not required:

• DCAC (Defence Common Access Card)
• EWP Licence
• Cert III in Surface Preparation & Coating Application
• Mechanical prep experience
• Familiarity with International Paints

What’s on Offer

• Competitive pay + usual 12 hour shifts, regular overtime
• Schedule: 6-7 days work a week on offer between 7am and 7pm
• Casual roles with the potential to go permanent
• Work with a respected, well-established team
• Exposure to diverse Defence and Marine projects
• Supportive work culture focused on safety, development, and inclusion

To Apply: Please apply online. For any further queries please reach out to Emma at emma.manzi@randstad.com.au or text 0400 094 506 with your name and a short message outlining your query.

At Randstad, we are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and embracing diversity to the benefit of all. We actively encourage applications from any background.