What’s On Offer

Based at our Brisbane site.

Permanent Full Time (38 hours)
ASX-Listed global shipbuilder.
Salary sacrificing, novated leasing, retailer discount, EAP, insurance discounts.

The Prospect

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.

What’s Involved
Water blasting and abrasive blasting of hulls & structures.
Sanding, masking and demasking to vessels hulls & structures.
Fill & faring ships sides & hull repairs
Priming, undercoating, top coating of all paint systems to all surfaces
Airless spray painting & pot gun spraying to vessel hulls & structures
Brush and roller painting
Conduct fire & confined space watch as required and directed by Supervisor/Manager
Maintaining a clean, tidy and productive work setting
Support the other parts of the business as required




Ensure the requirements of AS/NZS ISO 9001:2008 Quality management systems are met

You’ll need

Essential
Trade Certification in Abrasive Blasting/ Industrial Coatings or equivalent
Experience in Blasting/Painting in marine industry or heavy industrial
Capable of performing work in a safe and acceptable manner
Demonstrate adequate theoretical knowledge
Confined Space and Working at Heights

Desirable
Forklift licence
First Attack Fire Fighting Training
First Aid Certificate
Previous experience in Marine/Ship repair or heavy industry

Why Austal
Competitive compensation and benefits package.
Career development and training opportunities.
A supportive and dynamic work environment.
Opportunities for career advancement within our growing organisation.
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