Industrial Blaster - Painter / Uhp Operator

Due to lots of long-term project activity happening in the Goldfields & continued growth, Hughes Engineering are currently seeking an experienced Industrial Blaster - Painter / UHP Operator for Site Based Projects & Workshop Blasting & Painting in Kalgoorlie and the surrounding Goldfields Region.

This position is ideally suited to someone with experience in industrial painting and abrasive blasting, however we are open to applications from candidates who have a very strong automotive painting background and looking to expand their knowledge and learn new skills in an Industrial application.

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Working with Hughes Engineering

We're locally owned & operated, based in Kalgoorlie - Boulder with a strong emphasis on project scope of work deliverables, including tank refurbishments & new builds, structural steel remediation programs, steel fabrication & welding, fixed plant maintenance & repairs, construction; asset protection (Industrial Coatings Division) as well as workshop fabrication offering a huge variety in the scope of works we deliver. 

We have a dynamic and experienced team who are passionate about what they do as well as top-notch equipment ensuring we deliver exceptional results. We offer end to end solutions for our clients being a one stop service provider and known for being specialists in our field throughout the Goldfields.

What we offer

• Highly competitive rates
• 5/2 Residential Roster 
• Full time permanent position on offer 
• Employee Referral Program with excellent financial incentives
• Salary Sacrifice options for tooling related expenses
• On-the-job mentoring with an experienced team
• We invest in the right Equipment to get the job done as much as we do our employees
• Up to 12 hours per shift 5am - 5pm, workshop & site-based works around Kalgoorlie & Goldfields region
• A safe and inclusive team environment
• Opportunity to learn new skills and coating applications including Polyurea.

What's Required

Qualifications, Tickets & Licenses, Experience

• Have suitable experience and understanding of the role and to be able to clearly demonstrate your skills and knowledge. Please note, if you are applying for this position from an automotive background, a solid level of experience is required.
• National Police Clearance (must be able to clear site approval for multiple Tier 1 Gold Mining Sites)
• Working at Heights Certification < 2 Years
• Confined Space Certification < 2 Years
• GAS Testing Certification “preferred”
• White Card Construction
• High Risk License (LF, EWP) 
• Ultra-High Pressure Water Blasting “UHP” Operator Ticket “preferred”
• Driver's License 
• Ability to pass a Full Pre-Employment medical.

Personal Attributes we are looking for

• Positive attitude towards safety and a strong work ethic
• Being a team player, looking out for your work mates and doing what it takes to get the job done together
• Ability to problem solve and use your initiative
• Time management and ability to prioritise competing demands

For more information about Hughes Engineering or a further description about the type of work we do, please call 08 9021 70***or visit our website www.hughesengineering.com.au or Facebook www.facebook.com/hughesengineering 

For more information about Kalgoorlie and what it's like to live and work here, head to www.movetokal.com.au