About

Over the last 20 years, ABC Heavy Engineering has grown as a locally owned and operated company. Becoming an industry leader isn’t an easy feat, but through our ongoing ingenuity and commitment to research and development, we are a leading multi-disciplinary engineering company. We have a vast range of experience in all aspects of heavy engineering meaning that we can manage, monitor, repair, revive and restore heavy machinery across many industries.

ABC Heavy Engineering are seeking to employ suitably qualified PAINTERS to join our busy team of professionals working out of our Paget depot and various field sites in Queensland.
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 $75,000 and $80,000 per annum + Super