Job Description

Griffin Marine Services is a leading marine service provider specialising in multi-disciplinary industrial services and project management. With a focus on proactive and professional support, we are committed to delivering high-quality and trustworthy service.

As a Painter / Blaster, you will be responsible for surface preparation, abrasive blasting, and the application of protective coatings to marine vessels and infrastructure. You will ensure all work is completed safely, efficiently, and to the highest quality standards. Opportunities are available across Hope Valley (WA), Darwin (NT), and Cairns (QLD), supporting a variety of Defence and commercial marine projects.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare steel and other surfaces using abrasive blasting, mechanical preparation and other surface treatment methods
• Apply protective coatings using spray, brush and roller techniques
• Perform painting and blasting on marine vessels, Defence assets and industrial infrastructure
• Inspect completed work to ensure compliance with quality and project specifications
• Safely operate and maintain painting and blasting equipment
• Read and interpret work instructions, drawings and coating specifications
• Follow all health, safety, environmental and quality procedures, including correct PPE usage
• Work collaboratively to deliver projects safely, efficiently and on schedule
• Maintain a clean, safe and organised work environment

About You

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in industrial painting, abrasive blasting and protective coating applications
• Certificate III in Surface Preparation (desirable)
• Strong understanding of workplace health and safety practices, including PPE requirements
• Physically fit and capable of performing manual, labour-intensive work in industrial environments
• Reliable team player with a strong work ethic and positive attitude
• Current White Card and valid Australian Driver’s Licence
• Eligible to obtain and maintain a Defence Common Access Card (DCAC)
• Confined Space, Working at Heights, EWP, Forklift and Fire Sentry tickets (desirable)

What We Offer:

• Work alongside passionate and skilled professionals.
• Weekly pay with competitive hourly rates, including penalty rates.
• Career growth opportunities, including paid training and on-the-job learning.
• Short term travel for projects within Australia.
• Long-term, secure work.

Griffin Marine Services celebrates diversity and is committed to providing an inclusive workplace for all employees. We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer.

Please note: Applicants must have full and unrestricted rights to work in Australia to be considered for this position.