About The Role

KAEFER is seeking experienced S26 Painting & Blasting Supervisors, and QA/QC NACE Inspectors to join a major structural remediation and protective coatings project in Kwinana, Western Australia.

This project is expected to run through to the Christmas shutdown period, with peak manning requirements from late September through to the end of November. The successful candidates will play a key role in delivering safe, efficient, and high-quality outcomes across a scope of work involving blast and paint activities, structural steel installation, and steel replacement works.

Roster arrangements will vary based on available project resourcing. While a 2:1 roster may be available, the project's core workforce will operate on a Monday to Friday roster, with Saturday work preferred and incentivised. This work will be for people currently based locally in Perth. Interstate travel and visa sponsorship will not be on offer for these positions.

Key Responsibilities

S26 Painting & Blasting Supervisors

- Lead blast and paint crews across multiple work fronts.
- Oversee surface preparation, coating application, and quality requirements.
- Ensure work is completed in accordance with project specifications and industry standards.
- Coordinate workforce planning, daily schedules, and equipment requirements.
- Promote a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with all site procedures.
- Provide leadership, coaching, and performance management for project personnel.

QA/QC NACE Inspector
- Conduct inspection and quality assurance activities across blasting, painting, and steel remediation works.
- Verify compliance with project specifications, coating requirements, and QA/QC processes.




- Maintain detailed inspection records, reports, and quality documentation.
- Liaise with client representatives and project teams regarding quality outcomes.
- Identify non-conformances and support corrective action processes.
- Provide technical guidance on coating systems and inspection requirements.

What We're Looking For S26 Painting & Blasting Supervisors

- Current Section 26 (S26) qualification.
- Proven supervisory experience within industrial painting and blasting projects.
- Strong understanding of coating systems, surface preparation standards, and quality requirements.
- Current Working at Heights (WAH) certification.
- Current EWP licence/ticket.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and planning skills.
- Current C Class Driver's Licence.

QA/QC NACE Inspector
- Current NACE Coating Inspector Certification (or equivalent recognised coating inspection qualification).
- Demonstrated experience in industrial coating inspection, asset integrity, mining, oil & gas, or heavy industry environments.
- Robust understanding of blast and paint quality requirements and industry standards.
- Current Working at Heights (WAH) certification.
- Current EWP licence/ticket.
- Strong reporting, documentation, and stakeholder management skills.
- Current C Class Driver's Licence.

Highly Regarded
- Coded welding qualifications (MMAW/Stick),



particularly for positional welding work.
- Experience working within mining and industrial maintenance environments.
- Previous experience on structural remediation and asset integrity projects.

What We Offer

- Project Stability – Secure work through to the Christmas shutdown period.
- Competitive Remuneration – Attractive rates aligned to experience and capability.
- Career Development – Ongoing training, mentoring, and professional development opportunities.
- Supportive Team Culture – Work alongside industry-leading professionals committed to safety and excellence.
- Employee Benefits – Access to KAEFER's employee benefits and discounts program.

KAEFER Integrated Services Pty Ltd is the Australian subsidiary of the KAEFER Group, a company renowned worldwide for excellence in the fields of asset integrity solutions and industrial services, with an annual turnover of around €2.5 billion and around 35,000 employees worldwide. We specialise in the supply of asset integrity and industrial services solutions to the Oil, LNG, Mining and Power Industries and pride ourselves on our effective delivery of quality products and our exceptional service to clientele. We are also committed to the continuous development and training of our personnel to maintain a safe and rewarding work environment.

If you are an experienced S26 Painting & Blasting Supervisor, or QA/QC NACE Inspector looking for your next project opportunity, apply now.

KAEFER Integrated Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer and strongly encourages applications from women, Indigenous Australians, and candidates from diverse backgrounds.

📌 Paint and Blast Supervisor/ NACE QA/QC Inspector (Kwinana Beach)
🏢 Kaefer Australia
📍 Kwinana Beach