About this role
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced spray painter, vehicle refinisher, industrial painter or practically minded manufacturing
operative who wants to develop specialist metal-finishing skills. Previous industrial wet-spray experience is an advantage, but it is not
essential where the candidate demonstrates strong practical ability, attention to detail and a willingness to learn.
What you will do
• Check metal door leaves, frames and associated components against job information before preparation and painting.
• Clean, degrease, abrade and sand metal surfaces, removing minor imperfections and preparing them for coating.
• Mask hinges, locks, threaded holes, labels, glazing areas, seals and other details that must remain free from paint.
• Mix and prepare approved primers, topcoats and related materials in accordance with job requirements.
• Set up and operate wet-spray equipment and apply even, consistent coatings to doors, frames and components.
• Pay particular attention to edges, corners, returns, welds and recessed areas to achieve complete and professional coverage.
• Inspect completed work for colour consistency, runs, dry spray, contamination, surface defects or damage, and complete approv ed
touch-up or rework.
• Handle and rack finished products carefully during curing and onward production.
• Clean and maintain spray guns, hoses, pumps, mixing equipment, work areas and associated tools.
• Follow Fireblock quality, health, safety and environmental procedures, including the correct use of PPE and safe handling of coatings
and solvents.
Requirements
What we are looking for
• Experience in wet-spray painting, vehicle refinishing, industrial painting, metal finishing, fabrication or a practical manufacturing role is
desirable.
• Good manual dexterity, mechanical aptitude and close attention to detail.
• A careful and methodical approach to preparation, masking, colour control and final appearance.
• Ability to follow job sheets, specifications, safety information and work instructions.
• Good communication, teamwork and a dependable, safety-conscious attitude.
• A willingness to learn product requirements and develop specialist finishing skills