About Farley Riggs
Farley Riggs is a second-generation, family-owned resource equipment supply company based in Adelaide.
Our Edinburgh workshop maintains an extensive fleet of more than 9,000 equipment items supporting the upstream energy, resources and industrial sectors.
Our fleet includes pressure equipment, tanks, pumps, valves, hoses, vehicles, lighting plants, telehandlers and other specialised equipment.
We are now looking for an experienced and reliable Industrial Sandblaster and Painter to join our workshop team on a permanent full-time basis.
About the role
This is a hands-on workshop position with primary responsibility for the sandblasting, surface preparation and painting of Farley Riggs equipment.
While you will initially work closely with the broader workshop and operations team, the long-term objective is for the successful person to take ownership of the blasting and painting area, including work planning, equipment preparation, quality standards and maintaining an organised and safe work environment.
The role will also assist with general workshop and equipment preparation activities when required.
Key responsibilities
Sandblast industrial equipment, tanks, frames, components and associated assets
Prepare surfaces through cleaning, masking, grinding, sanding and abrasive blasting
Mix, prepare and apply industrial coatings, primers and paints
Complete spray painting, touch-up work and equipment finishing
Inspect completed work and ensure required coating and finish standards are achieved
Plan and prioritise blasting and painting work in line with operational requirements
Maintain the blasting and painting areas in a safe, clean and organised condition
Monitor paint, blasting media, consumables and PPE requirements
Care for and maintain blasting, painting and workshop equipment
Assist with equipment cleaning, preparation, loading and general workshop activities
Complete relevant inspection, maintenance and work records




Follow company safety procedures, risk controls and PPE requirements
Identify opportunities to improve the efficiency and quality of the blasting and painting process
About you
We are looking for someone who takes pride in their workmanship and is comfortable being accountable for their area.
You will ideally have:
Previous experience in industrial sandblasting, abrasive blasting or surface preparation
Experience with industrial spray painting and coating application
Knowledge of paint preparation, mixing, primers, coatings and finishing processes
Confidence using blasting, spray-painting, hand and power tools safely
A practical understanding of equipment preparation and workshop operations
Robust attention to detail and commitment to producing a quality finish
The ability to plan your work and manage competing workshop priorities
A reliable, safety-focused and self-motivated approach
The physical capacity to undertake manual and workshop-based duties
A current driver's licence
Forklift licence
Australian working rights
Desirable
Experience painting industrial, mining, oil and gas, agricultural or heavy equipment
White Card
Experience working with tanks, pressure equipment, pumps, valves, structural components or equipment fleets
Relevant trade qualification or recognised blasting and painting training
High-risk work licences or other relevant workshop tickets
What we offer
Permanent full-time employment
Stable, Adelaide-based workshop position
The opportunity to establish and take ownership of a dedicated blasting and painting function
A varied workload across a large and specialised equipment fleet
Support from an experienced workshop and operations team
Opportunity to develop the role as the business and workshop capability grow
How to apply
Please submit your resume together with a brief outline of your sandblasting, surface preparation and industrial painting experience.
Applicants must have the right to work in Australia.

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