Paint & Blaster

Paint and Blaster

Force is seeking an experienced Paint & Blast Tradesperson for an immediate start in our Mackay Maintenance Rebuild facility. Desired applicants will have previous Painter Blaster experience. Reporting to the Workshop Manager, you will have the opportunity to work with a team of experienced trades people to maintain the Emeco rental fleet and external supply. 

This position offers:

• Monday to Friday roster; spend the weekends at home!
• Competitive hourly rates and company benefits
• Permanent, full-time role and casual engagements available
• Internal opportunities for personal advancement: Internal transfer nationwide
• A supportive team environment with the opportunity for career progression
• Frequent cultural and team building events
• Appreciation is integrated into our culture
• Set yourself up for success with super paid on all hours worked at 10%.
• Cash Referral Program; Work with your mates!  
• Novated Leasing options
• Medibank discounts, Travel discounts & Super benefits
• EAP Provided; look after your well-being!

Key responsibilities include:

• Carry out Paint and Blast repairs and upgrade improvements to the Rental equipment fleet as required
• Prepare abrasive Paint & Blast earth moving equipment, unsupervised
• Apply two pack systems to structural steel and machinery
• Blast, prime and pain within job specifications
• General housekeeping and yard clean up as required
• Ensure that all works completed are in line with our safety plan
• Monitor quality of all work performed
• Providing support to the Emeco rental fleet as required
• Working with Emeco/Force customers to meet company objectives

Required skills / experience & attributes:

• Demonstrated prior experience with Industrial Painting & Blasting in a workshop environment
• Previous experience in the painting and blasting of heavy earthmoving equipment
• Sound knowledge of complex paint systems and may design paint systems based on expertise in equipment types and usage
• Able to pull down equipment in readiness for surface preparation
• A high commitment and understanding of safety procedures and their importance
• Strong time management skills and the ability to meet set deadlines
• The ability to work cohesively and collaboratively in a small team
• Current High Risk Fork Lift Licence preferred
• Current Working at Heights Certificate preferred
• Ability to work as part of a cohesive team

At Force, our staff are our greatest asset and the cornerstone of our business. We pride ourselves on finding the right people for the right roles and we provide a safe and pleasant environment for our team.

If you are based in Mackay, meet the above criteria, and believe you have the skills necessary to be successful in this role, apply now.

How to Apply

Shortlisting will begin immediately, so apply via the link (beside this ad), completing the application form with your resume (including any relevant certificates/licenses), demonstrating your experience and its relation to the criteria above.

If you have any questions in relation to this role, please do not hesitate to contact Tiff on 0473 031 066.

About Emeco

Emeco was founded in 1972 and is listed on the Australian Securities Exchange (ASX: EHL). We have operations in all key mining regions of Australia. Emeco provides services to maximise mine performance with the best heavy earthmoving equipment and mining services. We’ll give you the right fleet solution and show you how best to maximise it. Visit www.emecogroup.com for more information.

Joining Emeco is joining a team and an organisation that is serious about investing in its most important asset, our people, to support and promote career development and progression, as well as satisfy the growing demand for our business.

With a proud history of hard work, accomplishment, and success, with an even brighter future ahead, Emeco is an excellent choice for those who are talented, hardworking and seeking a rewarding career within the industry.