Spray Painter (Industrial)

An established Irish manufacturing company is seeking a skilled Industrial Spray Painter to join their finishing department. The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing and spray painting fabricated metal products to the highest standards in a modern production environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare metal surfaces for painting including cleaning, degreasing, sanding, and masking
• Apply primers, undercoats, and topcoats using spray equipment
• Mix paints to achieve correct colour matching and consistency
• Operate spray booths and associated ventilation/extraction systems safely
• Conduct surface preparation including shot blasting or abrasive blasting where required
• Apply various coating systems including epoxy, polyurethane, and powder coatings
• Inspect finished work to ensure even coverage and quality finish
• Identify and rectify defects such as runs, sags, or poor adhesion
• Maintain spray equipment, guns, and booth facilities in good working order
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations including PPE usage
• Maintain accurate records of materials used and work completed
• Work to production schedules and quality standards

Essential Requirements

• Recognised qualification in Industrial Painting/Spray Painting (FETAC Level 5/6 or equivalent trade certification)
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in industrial spray painting
• Proven ability to prepare surfaces and apply various coating systems
• Experience with HVLP (High Volume Low Pressure) spray equipment
• Knowledge of different paint types and application techniques
• Strong attention to detail and ability to achieve high-quality finish
• Understanding of health and safety requirements in paint environments
• Good colour perception and ability to match colours accurately
• Physical fitness for standing, bending, and working in spray booths
• Reliable with good timekeeping

Desirable Requirements

• Experience with powder coating systems
• Knowledge of shot blasting/abrasive blasting equipment
• Experience painting structural steelwork or heavy fabrications
• Forklift licence
• Safe Pass and Manual Handling certification
• Previous experience in manufacturing or fabrication environment

Whats Offered

• Competitive salary of €34,000 per annum
• Permanent, full-time employment
• Modern spray booth facilities with proper ventilation
• Comprehensive training and development opportunities
• Supportive working environment
• Career progression opportunities
• All necessary PPE and safety equipment provided

This position is being recruited through Foresight Global Recruitment, a licensed employment agency. The role may be suitable for candidates requiring a General Employment Permit.