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Are you qualified with a Train the Painter Silver, Gold, or ICATS Blasting certification?
Morson Talent are recruiting for Industrial Blaster/Sprayers for work in Devonport Dockyard, Plymouth
This is a great opportunity to work on critical infrastructure within one of the UK's major naval dockyards. Join a skilled, experienced team where safety, precision, and quality are key. If you meet the requirements and are looking for a long-term opportunity leading to permanent work in industrial surface protection – we'd love to hear from you.
The Opportunity
You will be involved in delivering anti-corrosion protection to ferrous and nonferrous surfaces. This includes mechanical preparation, abrasive blast cleaning (open and closed loop), and applying a variety of protective coating systems such as one and two-pack epoxies.
Key Responsibilities
- Maintain a safe working environment and comply with all legal and procedural regulations.
- Perform surface preparation (hand, mechanical, blasting) and assist with blast set-up as needed.
- Apply coatings using brush, roller, or spray – knowledge of spray set-up is beneficial.
- Understand coating systems: primers, high build coatings, one and two-pack systems.
- Perform quality control checks, including film thickness and environmental readings.
- Use access equipment such as scaffolding and mobile platforms.
Knowledge, Skills & Experience
- Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
- Desirable: experience on nuclear or construction sites.
- Ability to follow instructions and adapt to changing work demands.
- Positive team contributor with a collaborative approach.
- Honest, open, and professional attitude.
Qualifications & Requirements
Train the Painter Silver/Gold, OPITO, or ICATS Blasting certification
Experience in coatings, blasting, or spraying
Security Requirements:
Successful candidates must be eligible to undergo BPSS and SC Clearance to work at the dockyard (Support will be provided through the application process).
Pay Rates & Allowances:
When Blasting:
PAYE - Basic: £22.00, OT1: £28.60, OT2: £35.20
UMBRELLA PAYE – Basic: £28.88, OT1: £38.04, OT2: £46.81
(Blasting work makes up most duties.)
When Painting:
PAYE - Basic: £18.00, OT1: £23.40, OT2: £28.80
UMBRELLA PAYE – Basic: £23.56, OT1: £31.12, OT2: £38:30
(Painting will be ad hoc depending on work programmes.)
Taxable lodge allowance for travelling workers:
PAYE - £50.65 per day
UMBRELLA PAYE - £65.84 per day
21 days annual leave + statutory bank holidays
38-hour basic week, with overtime available (Weekend and overtime work may be required based on business needs).
