Painter

Location: FREDERICKSFIELD, QLD

Salary: Above Award

Job Type: Permanent position | Full time position

North Queensland Hardfacing (NQHF) has been a leading supplier of tungsten carbide hardfacing since 1996. NQHF has been leading the way in innovation, quality and creating cost savings for customers. We have a great deal of experience in designing effective wear packages for loader and digger buckets.

Our whole philosophy is to cost effectively extend the life of weld-on, bolt-on or pin-on components, affordably extend the life of buckets, and reduce the day-to-day maintenance scheduling on all types of plant, whether it be fixed or mobile, large or small. The result is better productivity, delivering real savings by reducing maintenance costs throughout Burdekin, Mackay, Mount Isa and the Hunter Valley. We are seeking highly experienced PAINTERS to join our team of professionals on full-time and permanent basis.

We are looking for trustworthy individuals with integrity who will bring a positive can-do attitude to the position and to the team. The role includes but is not limited to: Read blueprints/instructions, examine, and understand surfaces to determine the kind and amount of work necessary

Make work preparation such as scaffolding, covering fixtures Responsible for mixing, matching, applying paint to various surfaces, and completing touch-ups Be able to understand and complete works to specifications.

Be able to mix correct ratio two-part paint coatings etc. Proper appropriation of consumables and materials to avoid wastage Select paints, varnishes and stains to various surfaces using brushes, sprays, and rollers.

Understand the use of Wet Film Thickness Gauges and be able to achieve specified dry film thickness. Able to carry out minor repairs as and when deemed necessary Use different tools and brushes to apply paints with attention to details

Be able to work at heights and in confined spaces. Erecting scaffolding and ladders. Cleaning equipment and work areas

Support other team members to ensure completion of projects are on-time and in accordance to specification. To be considered for this role, you must have the following: Trade Certificate –Certificate III in Surface Preparation or equivalent (for Blaster/Painters)

High Risk Licence for EWP and/or Forklift Trade Qualifications in Protective Coatings (ACA, NACE, ICorr, or other trade certs) HR licence, high risk licence with EWP and Forklift

Drivers Licence (MR or HR class) Ability to work well both independently and in a team environment Ability to meet strict deadlines

Strong communication skills Keen attention to detail Self-motivated, organised, punctual and reliable

Must have great work ethics If you meet the above criteria and would like to be considered for this position, please apply now! Salary: Between $79,499 and $82,000 per annum + Super