Boat Painters

Eagle Recruitment NZ is seeking experienced, hardworking and reliable Boat Painters to join our team. The successful candidates will be responsible for preparing and painting a variety of boats, from pleasure crafts to commercial vessels, ensuring a high-quality, durable, and aesthetically pleasing finish.

About Us

Eagle Recruitment NZ specialises in connecting highly skilled talents with exceptional opportunities in niche industries. We are dedicated to facilitating permanent placements and labour-hire solutions that match employees' skill sets with employers' needs. Leveraging our extensive network and industry expertise, we streamline the hiring process to ensure mutual success for candidates and employers.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare boat surfaces for painting, including cleaning, sanding, fairing, and masking.

   

• Preparing metal, wood, and fibreglass surfaces is a crucial step in ensuring the quality and longevity of the marine coatings. You will apply a complete system of specific marine coatings according to processes detailed by the coatings manufacturer, a task that directly contributes to the protection of the vessels.

   

• Apply various types of marine coatings, including primers, undercoats, and topcoats, using spray equipment, rollers, and brushes.

   

• Require making small fibreglass repairs, filling and fairing these repairs with surfacing filler, and sanding these surfaces to the correct texture.

   

• Colour matching and mix paints and other materials accurately to achieve desired colours and consistencies.

   

• Perform minor repairs and touch-ups as needed.

   

• Inspect painted surfaces for defects and ensure a flawless finish.

   

• Removing rough spots on various types of boats and marine vessel panels.

   

• Sanding surfaces by hand and with power sanders.

   

• Applying primer and finishing coats using spray guns and sanding surfaces between coats.

   

• Touching up paintwork and applying polish to various boats and marine vessels.

   

• Remove masking papers and wax and polish the finished paintwork.

   

• Painting signs and artwork on various types of boats and marine vessels

   

• Treating various types of boats and marine vessels with rust-proofing chemicals

   

• Maintain a clean and organised work area, adhering to all health and safety regulations.

   

• Operate and maintain painting equipment, ensuring proper functionality and cleanliness.

   

• Collaborate effectively with team members and other trades to ensure timely project completion.

   

• Communicate clearly with supervisors regarding project progress and any challenges.

Requirements and Skills:

• Level 4 NZ Certificate in Marine Coatings, or at least three years of work as a Boat Painter, or relevant experience, such as a Vehicle Painter.

   

• Proven experience as a boat painter or in a similar industrial painting role, with a strong understanding of marine painting techniques and materials.

   

• Proficiency in surface preparation, including sanding, fairing, and masking.

   

• Demonstrated ability to apply various marine coatings with a high level of skill and attention to detail.

   

• Experience with spray painting equipment is essential.

   

• Knowledge of different paint systems (e.g., polyurethane, epoxy, anti-fouling).

   

• Experience with gelcoat repairs is an advantage.

   

• Boat handling experience is an advantage.

   

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.

   

• Strong commitment to health and safety procedures.

   

• Excellent eye for detail and a commitment to producing high-quality work.

   

• Reliable and punctual with a strong work ethic.

   

• Be willing to undergo random drug tests while employed.

   

• Must be an NZ Citizen, NZ Resident, or eligible to work in NZ.

The successful applicants will have the opportunity to work in different locations (Auckland, Northland, Bay of Plenty, and Wellington), providing a unique chance to explore New Zealand's diverse regions.

This is a full-time, permanent role, and the hourly pay rate ranges between NZ$28 and NZ$33, depending on experience and qualifications. The work hours are a minimum of 30 hours to a maximum of 70 hours per week, and they are to be worked between Monday and Friday, between 7 am and 5 pm. They may be required to work on weekends.