Supervisor Paint and Blast

The opportunity

We're seeking an experienced Paint & Blast Supervisor to join our Industrial & Energy team, leading blasting, painting and protective coating activities across major industrial projects on a 2:2 roster starting November 2026.

Working closely with project teams, QA/QC and our client, Chevron, you'll play a key role in ensuring work is delivered safely, efficiently and to the highest quality standards.

This is a hands-on leadership position where you'll coordinate crews, manage productivity and champion a strong safety culture.

If you're passionate about coatings, leadership and delivering quality outcomes, we'd love to hear from you.

• Lead and supervise blasting, painting and coating crews onsite
• Ensure all surface preparation and coating activities meet project specifications and quality requirements
• Coordinate inspections, hold points and QA/QC activities with client representatives
• Monitor environmental conditions and coating application requirements
• Plan labour, equipment and materials to maintain project schedules
• Manage subcontractors and direct hire personnel to achieve performance targets
• Complete reporting, progress updates and project documentation
• Drive a Zero Harm culture and maintain compliance with site procedures

What we offer

• Opportunity to work on high-profile industrial and energy projects
• Long-term project pipeline with a leading industry team
• Suite of Downer benefits, including health and wellbeing initiatives
• Career development opportunities within a growing business
• Supportive culture focused on safety, teamwork and continuous improvement

What we're looking for

• Trade qualification in Industrial Painting & Blasting or similar
• NACE certification required
• Strong supervisory experience within mining, oil & gas, energy or heavy industrial environments
• Proven experience managing painting, blasting and protective coating activities
• Sound knowledge of coating systems, surface preparation and inspection requirements