Painter

Are you a skilled Painter with a solid background in surface preparation and coating application techniques?
Morson Talent is currently recruiting for experienced Painters to support ongoing projects at Devonport Dockyard in Plymouth - one of the UK’s most historic naval dockyards.

This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to major defence and marine operations, working within a highly skilled team in a challenging and rewarding environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare bare substrates and existing coatings to required specifications using systematic approaches.
• Apply coatings by brush, roller, conventional spray, and airless spray in line with marine standards.
• Interpret and follow paint manufacturer’s technical and safety data sheets.
• Support and guide team members on application techniques and best practices.
• Ensure high-quality standards in all aspects of surface preparation and coating.
• Maintain clean working areas and ensure all equipment is properly protected.
• Apply Damage Control markings and raised tally signwriting where required.
• Read and interpret MOD BRs relevant to painting procedures.

Required Experience & Skills:

• Strong knowledge of surface preparation standards and coating application techniques.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in a marine, industrial, or commercial painting environment.
• Experience working on submarines and warships is highly desirable.
• Proficient in Health & Safety and COSHH regulations.
• Competent with airless spraying (essential) sign writing experience desirable.
• Willingness to work shifts and overtime based on project needs.
• Good understanding of technical documentation and safety data.

Qualifications & Training:
Essential:

• NVQ Level 3 in Industrial/Marine Painting & Decorating or equivalent
• ICATS certification

Desirable:

• NVQ Level 2 with intent to pursue Level 3
• Additional training or qualifications related to marine coatings or HSE

Pay Rates
Level 2
PAYE - £17.09 per hour Umbrella - £21.64 per hour (Pre 12 weeks) & £22.12 per hour (Post 12 weeks) + Radius Allowance.

Level 3
PAYE - £19.45 per hour Umbrella - £24.69 per hour (Pre 12 weeks) & £25.24 per hour (Post 12 weeks) + Radius Allowance.

Work Arrangements
35 standard hours a week, 07:30 - 15:30 Monday to Thursday, 07:30 - 12:30 on a Friday, shift and overtime a possibility but not guaranteed.

12 month initial contract

The successful candidate will need to achieve BS security clearance in order to fulfil this role.