Trade Assistant - Industrial Painter

About the Role

Cougar Drilling is seeking a motivated and reliable Spray Painter / Trade Assistant to join our Drilling Workshop team based in Thornton. This is a hands-on role suited to someone with workshop experience who enjoys a varied position combining spray painting duties with general trade assistant support. You will play an important role in maintaining high-quality workshop output by preparing, painting, assisting tradespeople, and ensuring the workshop remains safe, organised and efficient.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare surfaces for painting, including cleaning, sanding, masking and general preparation work

• Mix and apply paint and protective coatings using spray painting equipment

• Inspect completed work for quality and complete touch-ups where required

• Maintain spray-painting tools, equipment and work areas

• Safely handle, store and dispose of paints, chemicals and workshop materials

• Assist tradespeople with general workshop tasks including welding support, fitting, assembly and equipment preparation

• Follow safety procedures, quality standards and company policies at all times
  

What We're Looking For

• Relevant trade qualification or certification in spray painting

• Forklift ticket

• Previous experience in spray painting and/or as a Trade Assistant in a workshop environment

• Knowledge of spray-painting techniques, tools and workshop equipment

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship

Why us?

Cougar has the tenacity and determination to be the best; it's in our DNA. More than just a job, we live it. Every day is a journey of strength and passion. This role will offer:

• Secure full-time employment

• Fitness passport

• EAP and Check in support

• Supportive culture focused on innovation

• Competitive remuneration

• Uniforms issued annually