Job Title: Capital Equipment Coater
Key Responsibilities:
1. Perform surface preparation and coating application on capital and refurbished underground longwall equipment.
2. Mix two-pack painting systems in accordance with site-specific paint specifications.
3. Operate spray painting equipment with a high level of competency and safety.
4. Apply sound mechanical aptitude to prevent ingress of blasting media into sensitive components such as bearings, gearboxes, and machined surfaces.
5. Maintain blasting and painting equipment and complete maintenance schedule reports.
6. Support other trade disciplines including steam cleaning and general ancillary tasks.
7. Complete work within allocated timeframes and to quality standards.
8. Assist in the training and mentoring of apprentices by demonstrating correct work procedures and best practices.
The Ideal Candidate:
* A strong commitment to safety and ability to consistently demonstrate safe work practices
* Reliable transport to and from work
* A team-oriented mindset with the capability to manage the complexities of the role
* Clear and effective communication skills
* Previous underground industry experience or knowledge highly regarded
* Minimum 5+ years' experience as a Painter/Blaster