Painter / Shotblasting

Key Responsibilities 

Surface Preparation 

• Shotblast components and machinery to remove rust, old coatings, and surface contaminants. 

• Clean, degrease, and prepare surfaces prior to painting. 

• Mask and protect areas not to be painted. 

• Inspect surfaces for defects and ensure surfaces meet required standards before coating. 

Painting & Finishing 

• Mix and apply primers, top coats, and specialist coatings using spray equipment. 

• Ensure all coatings meet manufacturer specifications and quality requirements. 

• Mix and handle paint and thinners safely and according to manufacturer’s data sheets (MSDS) Perform routine maintenance and care of spray painting equipment 

Equipment & Safety 

• Set up, operate, and maintain spray guns, blast equipment, spray booths and PPE. 

• Conduct routine checks and basic maintenance on paint and blasting equipment. 

• Adhere strictly to health & safety procedures, including safe handling of chemicals and coatings in line with environmental regulations, 

• Maintain a clean and organised working area. 

Quality & Documentation 

• Inspect finished components to ensure they meet quality and durability standards. 

• Record paint usage, job completion notes, and any defects or rework. 

• Work closely with supervisors to prioritise workload and meet production deadlines. 

Skills & Experience Required 

• Previous experience as a Paint Sprayer, Shotblaster, or similar role (plant or heavy equipment experience preferred). 

• Ability to work with 2-pack paints, primers, and industrial coatings. 

• Confident in using spray guns, blast cabinets, and associated tools. 

• Strong knowledge of surface preparation techniques and paint processes. 

• Ability to read job cards, follow specifications, and work to detailed requirements. 

• Good understanding of workplace safety. 

      Education and Experience 

• ICATS trained (desirable) 

• ​Counterbalance Forklift truck licence is an advantage 

• NPORS licence or equivalent (desirable) 

• Appointed persons certificate in the management of lifting operations (desirable) 

As a Finning Engineer you will receive:  

• Salary - £32,550 £33,405 

• 25 days holiday (purchase up to 5 extra days holiday) 

• Annual Bonus 

• Healthcare benefits (medical, optical, hearing, dentistry, and new child payments to support new parents) 

• Access to company share scheme 

• Up to 7% pension (matched by company) 

• life insurance 

• Laptop and phone,  

• Industry leading CAT product training 

• Overtime 

If you would like to be a part of a global organisation offering training and a competitive package, then apply online today