Structural Steel Painter

We are recruiting for a Structural Steel Painter to join a manufacturing business based in Brompton on Swale,North Yorkshire. This opportunity would suit an experienced painter with a background in structural steel, industrial painting or protective coatings who takes pride in producing high-quality finishes.

Hours of Work: Monday to Thursday: 7:30am – 4:30p, Friday: 7:30am – 11:30am

Pay Rates: Basic rate: £14.87 per hour, Overtime rate: £22.31 per hour

As a Structural Steel Painter, your duties will include:

• Applying primers, industrial paints and protective coatings to structural steelwork and manufactured components.

• Operating spray guns, brushes and rollers to achieve the required coverage and finish.

• Inspecting painted steelwork for imperfections and ensuring components meet the required quality standards before leaving the workshop.

• Preparing steel surfaces for painting through appropriate cleaning methods, abrasive preparation and chemical treatments where necessary.

• Mixing and preparing paints and coatings to achieve the correct colour, consistency and application requirements.

• Using overhead cranes to position and move steel components safely, where required.

• Cleaning and maintaining spray guns and associated equipment, including carrying out routine maintenance.

• Completing relevant paperwork and maintaining accurate quality and production records.

• Following health, safety and environmental procedures when handling paints, coatings and associated materials.

• Working to production deadlines while maintaining consistent standards of workmanship.

Sturctural Steel Painter Requirements:

• Previous experience as a Structural Steel Painter, Industrial Painter or in a similar manufacturing or workshop environment.

• Practical knowledge of steel surface preparation and protective coating applications.

• Experience using industrial spray guns and other painting equipment, including brushes and rollers.

• Understanding of different paint types and coatings and their correct application.

• Good attention to detail when checking finished components and identifying defects.

• Experience operating overhead cranes.

• Ability to work independently, use initiative and contribute effectively within a team.

• Reliable, punctual and committed to maintaining safe working practices.

• Willingness to undertake on the job training where required.

Benefits of the Structural Steel Painter Position:

• Following a successful temporary period.

• 31 days' annual leave, including bank holidays, Gym membership, Employee Assistance Programme, Pension

This Structural Steel Painter vacancy is advertised by S&D Trade Recruitment, operating as an employment business and acting as an employment agency on behalf of our client. Please apply with your up-to-date CV and call Shelley in the office