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Industrial Painter
STAAR Aviation
Dubai, UAE
Full Time
Mid
Onsite
4 weeks ago
Surface PreparationSpray Gun OperationPaint Mixing and Color MatchingAviation Approved CoatingsCorrosion Protection SystemsBlueprint Reading
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About the Role
Seeking an Industrial Painter to prepare surfaces and apply protective coatings to aircraft refueling vehicles and pressure vessels in Dubai. Requires vocational certification in industrial painting and 3-5 years of experience, preferably with aviation or heavy equipment.
Key Skills for This Role
Surface PreparationSpray Gun OperationPaint Mixing and Color MatchingAviation Approved CoatingsCorrosion Protection SystemsBlueprint Reading
Responsibilities
- Surface preparation: Cleaning, scraping, sanding, and stripping surfaces to remove old paint, rust, or other contaminants
- Coating application: Applying paint, varnish, and other finishes using spray guns, brushes, rollers, or automated equipment
- Paint mixing and color matching: Mixing paints to achieve the required colors and specifications
- Equipment maintenance: Cleaning, maintaining, and troubleshooting painting tools, spray guns, and other equipment
- Safety compliance: Adhering to strict safety procedures, using PPE, and properly handling and disposing of hazardous waste
- Quality control: Ensuring a high quality finish by using tools like viscosity cups and thickness gauges, and performing touch ups as needed
Requirements
- Vocational certification in Industrial Painting or Surface Coating
- 3–5 years in industrial or automotive painting, preferably with aviation or heavy equipment
- Proficiency with various painting techniques and tools, such as spray guns, brushes, and rollers
- Knowledge of different types of paints, coatings, and their applications
- Knowledge of aviation approved coatings and corrosion protection systems
- Ability to read and interpret technical specifications and blueprints
- Physical stamina, good hand eye coordination, and strength
- Comfort working at heights or in confined spaces
Full Job Posting
Company Description
- STAAR Aviation is an independent manufacturer of advanced aviation refueling equipment, including fuellers, hydrant dispensers, and critical fueling infrastructure components.
- The company designs and builds reliable, purpose built refueling solutions guided by operational insight, engineering precision, and regional requirements.
Role Summary
- The Industrial Painter prepares surfaces and applies protective coatings to aircraft refueling vehicles and pressure vessels, ensuring durable, high quality finishes compliant with aviation and industrial standards.
Role Responsibilities
- Surface preparation: Cleaning, scraping, sanding, and stripping surfaces to remove old paint, rust, or other contaminants.
- Coating application: Applying paint, varnish, and other finishes using spray guns, brushes, rollers, or automated equipment. This includes applying primer and other coatings according to specifications.
- Paint mixing and color matching: Mixing paints to achieve the required colors and specifications, sometimes using automated or manual mixing equipment.
- Equipment maintenance: Cleaning, maintaining, and troubleshooting painting tools, spray guns, and other equipment.
- Safety compliance: Adhering to strict safety procedures, using personal protective equipment (PPE) like respirators and safety glasses, and properly handling and disposing of hazardous waste.
- Quality control: Ensuring a high quality finish by using tools like viscosity cups and thickness gauges, and performing touch ups as needed.
Educational Qualifications
- Vocational certification in Industrial Painting or Surface Coating
Experience
- 3–5 years in industrial or automotive painting, preferably with aviation or heavy equipment
Behavioral Skills
- Physical stamina, good hand eye coordination, and strength for tasks like lifting heavy materials.
- Comfort working at heights or in confined spaces.
- Strong attention to detail and good colour perception.
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
Technical Skills
- Proficiency with various painting techniques and tools, such as spray guns, brushes, and rollers.
- Knowledge of different types of paints, coatings, and their applications.
- Knowledge of aviation approved coatings and corrosion protection systems
- Ability to read and interpret technical specifications and blueprints.
Essential Requirements
- Formal Qualifications in industrial painting or equivalent
- Min 3 years’ experience in a similar role
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