Salary guide
Industrial Painter
- Average salary
- £20,000 – £35,000
- Working hours
- 4 hours/week
ConstructionManufacturing
- Industrial painting protects UK infrastructure from corrosion
Other names this job is known by
- Surface Coatings Technician
- Industrial Coatings Specialist
Key responsibilities
- Apply protective coatings to structures and equipment
- Prepare surfaces by cleaning and blasting
- Use spray, brush, or roller techniques
- Ensure compliance with safety and environmental regulations
- Inspect finished work for quality
- Maintain tools and equipment
- Work at heights or in confined spaces
- Keep records of work completed
Skills and qualifications required
- Apprenticeship in painting or surface preparation
- NVQ/SVQ Level 2 or 3
- Experience on site
- Health & Safety training
- Physical fitness
Promotional job opportunities from this role
- Senior Painter
- Supervisor
- Site Manager
- Trainer
How to get the job
- Complete an apprenticeship in painting or surface preparation
- Gain experience on site
- Obtain safety certifications
- Progress to senior or specialist roles
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