Commercial Painter (training into specialist coatings and fire protection)
Location: Annacloy, County Down
Salary: Dependent on experience
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Full time, with overtime available
Who we are
We are IAP Ltd (Inspection & Protection Ltd). We apply protective coatings to commercial, industrial buildings and infrastructure across Northern Ireland, the Republic of Ireland and UK.
Due to continued growth, we are seeking experienced Commercial Painters who are interested in developing their skills within our team of specialist applicators.
This is an excellent opportunity to join our growing business and receive training in a highly specialised sector with long-term career prospects.
The company values we hold are trust, quality, service and safety. They decide how we price a job, how we run a site and how we treat the people who work for us.
The opportunity
At this exciting time for our business, we are looking for experienced commercial painters who want to move into specialist coatings
We are interested in candidates from a commercial painting and decorating background who are eager to learn new skills and develop within the specialist coatings industry. Previous commerical painting experience would be beneficial but is not essential
This is a genuinely niche skill set. Once you have it, it stays with you.
Training will be provided in areas such as:
- Industrial coating systems
- Surface preparation techniques
- Specialist paint applications
- Passive fire protection coatings
- Site safety and compliance requirements
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare surfaces for painting and coating applications
- Assist with specialist coating and protective paint systems
- Work alongside experienced operatives on commercial and industrial projects
- Ensure work is completed safely and in line with project specifications
- Maintain high standards of workmanship and attention to detail
- Travel to sites throughout Northern Ireland, Ireland, and occasionally the UK
Candidate Requirements
Essential
- Previous experience as a Painter & Decorator or Commercial Painter
- Good attention to detail and pride in workmanship
- Strong work ethic and willingness to learn
- Ability to work as part of a team
- Full UK driving licence
Desirable
- Experience working on commercial construction projects
- CSR or CSCS card
- IPAF, PASMA, or other site certifications
- Experience using spray painting equipment
- Knowledge of surface preparation techniques
What's on Offer
- Permanent opportunity
- Competitive hourly rate
- Full training within specialist industrial coatings
- Opportunity to develop valuable niche skills
- Varied projects across Ireland and the UK
- Long-term career progression opportunities
- Overtime opportunities where available
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Downpatrick
