Job Title: Spray Booth Operative Job Location: Chepstow, Newhouse Farm Industrial Estate, NP16 6UD Salary: £31,746.00 based on working 45 hours per week + 5% shift allowance There are two weekly shift patterns. Week one is 7am 4pm, and week two is 8am 5pm. Contract Type: Permanent In its natural state, Aluminium is silvery white or a dull grey click apply for full job details
Aug 13, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Spray Booth Operative Job Location: Chepstow, Newhouse Farm Industrial Estate, NP16 6UD Salary: £31,746.00 based on working 45 hours per week + 5% shift allowance There are two weekly shift patterns. Week one is 7am 4pm, and week two is 8am 5pm. Contract Type: Permanent In its natural state, Aluminium is silvery white or a dull grey click apply for full job details
Hours 37.5 Role Purpose We are seeking a skilled and motivated Wet Paint & Powder Coating Operative to join our busy Paint Shop. This role involves preparing and finishing fabricated steel, aluminium and stainless-steel components using both industrial wet paint and powder coating systems. The successful candidate will work to the high standards expected by our customers across the defence, rail, nuclear and engineering sectors, ensuring every product meets strict quality specifications and customer requirements. The ideal candidate will have excellent attention to detail, take pride in producing high-quality finishes and be committed to maintaining safe working practices at all times. Key Responsibilities Prepare fabricated components for painting through cleaning, degreasing, sanding, masking and surface preparation. Apply industrial wet paint coatings using conventional and air-assisted spray equipment. Apply powder coatings using electrostatic spray systems. Operate curing ovens safely and efficiently. Mix paints and coatings in accordance with manufacturers' specifications. Ensure correct paint thickness, finish and colour are achieved. Inspect components before, during and after painting to ensure they meet customer quality requirements. Identify and rectify coating defects where possible. Carry out rework when required. Read and follow engineering drawings, work instructions and paint specifications. Complete production records and quality documentation accurately. Maintain paint shop equipment and ensure spray booths are kept clean and serviceable. Support colleagues across fabrication, welding and assembly departments where required. Ensure customer delivery deadlines are achieved without compromising quality. MOD & Quality Standards The successful candidate will be expected to: Work to exacting customer specifications, including Ministry of Defence (MOD) standards where applicable. Follow documented paint processes and work instructions. Produce consistently high-quality cosmetic finishes. Carry out visual inspections and coating checks. Measure coating thickness where required. Support compliance with ISO 9001 quality standards. Ensure all work is completed Right First Time. MUST BE A BRITISH CITIZEN Essential Skills & Experience Previous experience in industrial wet painting and/or powder coating. Experience preparing metal fabrications for painting. Excellent attention to detail. Good understanding of industrial paint processes. Ability to work from engineering drawings and specifications. Good communication and teamwork skills. Reliable with a strong work ethic. Ability to work to production deadlines whilst maintaining quality.
Aug 08, 2026
Full time
Hours 37.5 Role Purpose We are seeking a skilled and motivated Wet Paint & Powder Coating Operative to join our busy Paint Shop. This role involves preparing and finishing fabricated steel, aluminium and stainless-steel components using both industrial wet paint and powder coating systems. The successful candidate will work to the high standards expected by our customers across the defence, rail, nuclear and engineering sectors, ensuring every product meets strict quality specifications and customer requirements. The ideal candidate will have excellent attention to detail, take pride in producing high-quality finishes and be committed to maintaining safe working practices at all times. Key Responsibilities Prepare fabricated components for painting through cleaning, degreasing, sanding, masking and surface preparation. Apply industrial wet paint coatings using conventional and air-assisted spray equipment. Apply powder coatings using electrostatic spray systems. Operate curing ovens safely and efficiently. Mix paints and coatings in accordance with manufacturers' specifications. Ensure correct paint thickness, finish and colour are achieved. Inspect components before, during and after painting to ensure they meet customer quality requirements. Identify and rectify coating defects where possible. Carry out rework when required. Read and follow engineering drawings, work instructions and paint specifications. Complete production records and quality documentation accurately. Maintain paint shop equipment and ensure spray booths are kept clean and serviceable. Support colleagues across fabrication, welding and assembly departments where required. Ensure customer delivery deadlines are achieved without compromising quality. MOD & Quality Standards The successful candidate will be expected to: Work to exacting customer specifications, including Ministry of Defence (MOD) standards where applicable. Follow documented paint processes and work instructions. Produce consistently high-quality cosmetic finishes. Carry out visual inspections and coating checks. Measure coating thickness where required. Support compliance with ISO 9001 quality standards. Ensure all work is completed Right First Time. MUST BE A BRITISH CITIZEN Essential Skills & Experience Previous experience in industrial wet painting and/or powder coating. Experience preparing metal fabrications for painting. Excellent attention to detail. Good understanding of industrial paint processes. Ability to work from engineering drawings and specifications. Good communication and teamwork skills. Reliable with a strong work ethic. Ability to work to production deadlines whilst maintaining quality.