Industrial Painters

Due to our continued success Denholm are recruiting more experienced Industrial Blaster/Sprayers to join a major project at HMNB Devonport in Plymouth. Start dates throughout May and June Bronze Painters Basic £17.00 OT 1 £22.10 & OT2 £27.20 (FULL PAYE) Silver Painters Basic £17.50 OT1 £22.75 & OT 2 £28.00 (FULL PAYE) Gold Painters Basic £18.75 OT 1 £24.37 & OT 2 28.00 Blaster / Sprayers Basic £22.00 OT 1 £28.00 & OT 2 35.00 Grit Recovery / Potman Basic £18.75 OT 1 £24.37 & OT 2 £28.00 Lodge £40.00 per night This is an excellent opportunity to work on critical infrastructure within one of the UK’s largest naval dockyards. You’ll be part of a skilled and experienced team where safety, precision, and quality are paramount. If you’re looking for long-term, stable work in industrial surface protection – we’d love to hear from you. The Opportunity You will play a key role in delivering anti-corrosion protection to ferrous and non-ferrous surfaces. Duties include: Mechanical surface preparation Abrasive blast cleaning (open and closed loop systems) Application of protective coating systems (including one- and two-pack epoxies) Key Responsibilities Maintain a safe working environment in line with legal and site procedures Carry out surface preparation (hand, mechanical, blasting) Assist with blast equipment set-up Apply coatings via brush, roller, and spray (spray set-up knowledge advantageous) Understand coating systems including primers and high-build coatings Conduct quality control checks (DFT readings, environmental monitoring) Operate access equipment such as scaffolding and mobile platforms Knowledge, Skills & Experience Strong attention to detail Good problem-solving ability Experience within coatings, blasting, or spraying Desirable: Previous work on nuclear or large construction sites Ability to follow instruction and adapt to changing priorities Positive team player with a professional attitude Qualifications Required Train the Painter (Bronze/ Silver/Gold), OPITO, or ICATS Blasting certification Relevant industrial coatings/blasting experience Security Requirements Successful candidates must be eligible to obtain BPSS and SC Clearance to work at the dockyard. Full support will be provided throughout the clearance process. 📅 30 days annual leave Overtime and weekend work will be required depending on business needs If you meet the above criteria and are ready to join a high-profile defence infrastructure project, apply now or get in touch to discuss further