Blast and Paint Operators (Marine Industry, Yamba)
Polaris Marine Dockyards
Harwood (Yamba) NSW

About Us

Polaris Marine Group is a trusted name in the Australian maritime sector, delivering high-quality marine services along the east coast. Our areas of expertise include:

- Inshore and offshore towage

- Marine construction and maintenance

- Vessel and barge hire

- Shipbuilding and repairs

- Crew management

Polaris Marine Dockyards operates Harwood Slipway - a full-service marine repair and refit facility on the NSW mid-north coast. We're undergoing growth and are building in-house trade capability and establishing a workplace where skilled tradespeople can develop their craft and advance their careers.

About the Role

We're looking for experienced Blast & Paint Operators to join our growing team. You'll work on commercial vessels, performing:

- Surface preparation (abrasive blasting, grit cleaning)

- Spray painting and coating application (epoxy, polyurethane, anti-fouling)

- Paint systems knowledge and quality control

- Safe containment and waste management

- Equipment maintenance and compliance

What We're After:

- Proven blasting and painting experience

- Formal qualifications preferred





- Understanding of maritime paint systems and vessel-specific requirements

- Attention to surface preparation quality

- Can work independently and as part of a team

- Reliable, safety-conscious, and willing to develop skills further

What We Offer:

- Stable, ongoing work in a professional yard workplace

- Competitive rates with superannuation

- Equipment and systems investment in capability

- Career progression in a growing operation

- Supportive team culture focused on doing the job right

The role will take genuine ownership of vessel maintenance, crewing standards, and operational readiness. Working closely with Port Pilots to coordinate pilotage bookings and SHIPS system requirements, this role will be the primary point of contact for all tug-related activities.

Working Conditions

- Work performed across shipyard, slipway, harbour, and vessel environments.

- Shift work, overtime, weekends, and call-outs may be required.

- Exposure to varying weather conditions and outdoor environments.

- Physical tasks including line handling, vessel boarding, climbing, and lifting.

- Mandatory use of appropriate PPE across all operational areas.

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