Industrial Painter & Blaster

Join Emerson and help us make the world healthier, safer, smarter, and more sustainable.

Emerson is a trusted partner in the world's most crucial industries to address the biggest challenges of modern life. We cater to a wide range of industries including water, mining and minerals, and oil and gas industries.

Position Summary:
As a Painter & Blaster, you’ll help prepare and coat our products to meet quality standards. This is a hands-on role involving industrial painting and abrasive blasting, with a focus on delivering good-quality finishes on valves and components. You’ll work as part of a team to follow safe work practices, keep your workspace organised, and support continuous improvement across the workshop.

In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

• Prepare valves and components for industrial spray painting and surface treatment.

• Apply coatings using airless and conventional spray systems in line with work instructions and specifications.

• Inspect, measure, and test completed work for finish quality, film thickness, and coverage to ensure compliance with standards.

• Perform abrasive blasting activities, including sandblasting and shot blasting, to achieve required surface profiles.

• Operate, set up, and maintain blasting and painting equipment safely and efficiently.

• Maintain high standards of housekeeping, including cleaning and safe storage of equipment, paints, and materials.

• Follow all health, safety, and environmental procedures, using appropriate personal protective equipment at all times.

• Identify and report hazards, near misses, equipment faults, or quality issues promptly.

• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and support the training of others in painting and blasting techniques when required.

Who You Are:

You take on new opportunities and challenges with energy, enthusiasm, and a strong sense of ownership, even when priorities shift. You remain steady and effective when faced with setbacks, adapting your approach to achieve positive outcomes. You communicate clearly and thoughtfully, ensuring information is understood across different teams and situations. You work collaboratively, building respectful partnerships that support shared goals and high-quality results.

For This Role, You Will Need:

• Some experience or interest in industrial spray painting or abrasive blasting (training can be provided).

• Basic understanding of spray equipment, including airless or conventional systems.

• Willingness to learn how to apply coatings correctly and achieve consistent finishes.

• Attention to detail and ability to follow instructions for quality standards and measurements.

• Commitment to safe work practices and following health and safety guidelines.

• Forklift and/or overhead crane licences are desirable, or willingness to obtain them.

• Confidence using hand and power tools, or a willingness to learn in a workshop environment.

Preferred Qualifications That Set You Apart:

• Experience working in an engineering or manufacturing factory environment.

• Exposure to valve assembly processes.

• Familiarity with quality assurance systems and procedures.

Our Culture and Commitment To You:

At Emerson, we are committed to creating a workplace where people feel safe, respected, and supported to do their best work. We value diverse perspectives and believe that inclusion drives better outcomes for our people and our customers. You will be part of a team that prioritises safety, quality, continuous improvement, and shared success, with opportunities to build skills and contribute meaningfully to our operations.

In Wangara, you will be part of a team that puts safety first, delivers with integrity, and continuously looks for better ways of working. You will have the opportunity to contribute your ideas, build your technical skills, and grow your career within a global organisation that values people and performance equally.

If you don’t meet every requirement listed but believe you have the skills, experience and attitude to succeed in the role, we encourage you to apply.