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Morson Edge 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 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 or ICATS Blasting or Spraying certification
At least 1 year 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: Basic: £22.00, OT1: £28.60, OT2: £35.20
(Blasting work makes up most duties.)
When Painting: Basic: £18.00, OT1: £23.40, OT2 : £28.80
(Painting will be ad hoc depending on work programmes.)
Taxable lodge allowance for travelling workers: £50.65 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).
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