Spray Painter

We are on the lookout for our next influx of skilled spray painters to work on our clients fleet of marine vessels. The job will be onboarding and starting over the next 2 weeks. If you have previous experience working on large merchant ships, in an automotive spray shop, or in an industrial painting environment we want to hear from you! ABOUT THE ROLE - This is an awesome opportunity to assist with the maintenance and refurbishment of some of NZ's most iconic vessels. WHAT TO EXPECT - Surface preparation, priming, paint application, antifouling, maintenance, compliance, documentation. Types of coating used in this role - 2 pot paints. Acrylic Emulsion Coatings for Smooth Exterior Metal: Bring your expertise in applying top-notch painting. Acrylic Emulsion Coatings, specifically tailored for primed metal surfaces on smooth exteriors. Non-Flame Emulsions (Water-based): Work with fire-retardant, non-intumescent coatings designed for interior spaces on naval ships and submarines. Fire Retardant Chlorinated Alkyd (Solvent-based): Apply your knowledge of solvent-based coatings (particularly fire-retardant Chlorinated Alkyd), to contribute to the protective measures required in challenging industrial settings. Your skills are crucial in ensuring safety and durability in these critical environments. WHATS ON OFFER - Competitive payrates, growth opportunities, supportive team.  PRE EMPLOYMENT REQUISITES - To apply for this role, you must either be a NZ citizen, hold permanent residency within NZ, or have a valid working visa. You must also have a clean criminal record and be able to pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol test. READY TO APPLY?  Click the apply now button and submit your CV and any relevant qualifications that will support your application.