Fixed Plant Painter

About Us

Leichhardt is an independent, Australian-owned solar salt project headquartered in Perth with operations in northern Western Australia. Our sites include the Lake MacLeod operations near Carnarvon and the Eramurra Project, 55km outside Karratha.

Our mission is to create successful solar salt projects that are respected by our internal stakeholders as well as the communities in which we operate. With a social responsibility and sustainability focus, Leichhardt is driving innovation in the Australian salt landscape with a world class hi-spec, low-cost solar salt.

Lake MacLeod also produces approximately 1Mtpa of gypsum, predominantly exported to the Asia-Pacific region. Our gypsum operation includes excavation and water leaching to produce a plasterboard and cement grade product.

We value diversity, openness, and collaboration. We like to empower our people so they can make meaningful contributions and be impactful. If you have shared values and appreciate a work environment that supports your growth, come and join us on an exciting journey.

About the Role

Reporting to the Maintenance Supervisor, you will be responsible for abrasive blasting, surface preparation, industrial painting and protective coating activities across a range of plant, equipment and infrastructure. You will play an important role in preserving asset integrity, maintaining site standards and supporting the safe and efficient operation of the business.

This role is a residential role based in Carnarvon, WA, on a 6 days on, 6 days off roster.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform abrasive blasting, surface preparation, painting and protective coating activities to required specifications.
• Inspect surfaces, identify corrosion and defects, and complete appropriate preparation and repair work.
• Safely operate, maintain and clean blasting, painting and associated equipment.
• Conduct coating inspections and quality checks, including coating thickness testing where required.
• Maintain accurate work orders, inspection records and maintenance documentation.
• Comply with site safety, environmental, permit and isolation requirements.
• Work collaboratively with Maintenance and Operations teams to support planned, shutdown and corrective maintenance activities.

A full position description will be provided at the interview.

What We Are Looking For

To be considered for the role, you will have the following qualifications, skills, attributes and experience:

• Trade qualification in Surface Preparation and Coating Application (Painter Blaster) or equivalent.
• Demonstrated experience in abrasive blasting, industrial painting and protective coatings within mining, processing, industrial or construction environments.
• Sound knowledge of corrosion control, surface preparation techniques and industrial coating systems.
• Ability to inspect completed work, identify defects and maintain quality standards.
• Understanding of safe work practices, permits, isolations and hazardous substance handling.
• Strong communication, organisation and record-keeping skills.
• Current C Class Driver's Licence.
• Experience in domestic painting advantageous.

Why Join Us

• An opportunity to contribute to a growing, respected WA-based mining company with a strong safety and team culture.
• Competitive remuneration package and long-term career development opportunities.
• Exposure to both corporate and site-based operations.

 We are excited about growing the Leichhardt team, we have a great team culture where we all look after each other. If this sounds like a journey you would like to be a part of, we would love to hear from you.

Eligibility

All applicants must be eligible to work in Australia (without requiring sponsorship) to be considered for employment.

If you are a suitable candidate for this position, please click the Apply Now button and submit your application.

Shortlisting and recruitment of this role will commence immediately. We are not accepting agency candidates at this time.