Job Description

KAEFER UK and Ireland

Count on us.

Job title:

Coatings Operative / Industrial Painter

Location:

Hinkley Point C

Working pattern

: 10 on, 4 off pattern.

Salary:

Starting rate:

Basic: 20.05 // OT1: 30.08 // OT2: 40.10 // Bonus: 2.01 (Per Hour)

After successful completion of CCAQ1 Training Course & Competency Assessment:

Basic: 21.92 // OT1: 32.88 // OT2: 43.84 // Bonus: 2.20 (Per Hour)

At KAEFER, our success is built on our values and culture, which create a supportive and inclusive environment where employees can thrive. We prioritise growth and development, with abundant opportunities for advancement and a commitment to promoting from within. Our wide range of job openings, including entry-level positions, allows for the first steps on the ladder to success. We provide ongoing training and development opportunities to support our employees throughout their careers.

The Opportunity

We are looking for Coatings Operatives to join our Coatings Package of Work at Hinkley Point C on a Permanent Contract. At the Hinkley Point C site we are responsible for delivering containment liner coatings, surface protection for concrete in the internal building rooms for both nuclear reactors along with specialist access solutions. To maintain a safe and healthy work environment by establishing, following and enforcing standards and procedures; complying with legal regulations.

How you will make an impact

Have a thorough insight into methods of surface treatment and application of protective coatings Health and Safety - site aspects detailing the painters requirements to meet H & S regulations. Access Plant and Equipment - including scaffold and mobile platforms Surface Preparation - all forms of preparation including hand and mechanical, they should also know the fundamentals of blasting so they can assist with the blast set up if required. Coating Types - all types of paint from single to two pack, holding primers to high build. Application Types - all forms of paint application including brushing, rolling and should also know the spray fundamentals so they can assist in the set up if required. Quality Control - to understand the reasoning behind quality control and the ways in which we take readings (wet/dry film thickness, environmental readings)

What you will bring

- Problem solving skills

- Attention to detail

- Experience of working in Nuclear & Construction site desirable

- Ability to follow instruction due to changes in workload demand

- Proactively contributes to the team

- Is self-aware, optimistic and has a collaborative approach to working with others

- Shows moral courage, openness and honesty in all dealings

Essential:

- HSE Operatives Test or CCNSG (Can be obtained when going through Clearance process for HPC)

- Train the Painter, OPITO or iCATS certificates essential

- Must have experience in Coatings, Blasting or Spraying

Desirable:

- Full UK Driving Lisence

- PASMA Certificate

- CCNSG or CITB HSE Test for Operatives

Why KAEFER?

Our mission is clear: to be the most reliable and efficient provider of technical industrial services.

KAEFER UK & Ireland provides a large and growing range of industries with asset integrity services including access solutions, insulation, surface protection, HVAC fabrication, E, C&I and more. We focus on improving energy efficiency and extending asset life cycles.

The company has twelve operating centres across the UK and Ireland, employing approximately 3,500 highly skilled and experienced people. Our people are our lifeforce and every day they deliver excellence to our customers.

KAEFER UK & Ireland is part of the KAEFER Group, a global EUR2.4 billion business with its headquarters in Bremen, Germany. KAEFER works on more than 5,500 contracts internationally, with around 33,000 employees. With unrivalled experience and expertise, our teams provide trusted partnerships and tailored support to execute even the most challenging and complex projects for clients.

We take pride in being part of a global company with common values and many diverse and individual voices. We make positive contributions in the communities where we live and work - after all when it counts, count on us!

Our Values unite us as a team, they serve as the foundation of everything we do. They define who we are, guide our actions, and inspire us to be our best every day - they are Ambition, Team Spirit, Respect and Reliability.

Salary and benefits

The salary for this role is competitive and comes with the following benefits:

- Competitive salary reviewed annually

- Pension based on minimum of 5% from employee, 5% from KAEFER

- Discretionary, non-contractual, company bonus scheme in line with CESA Agreement

- Life cover (inline with the CESA Agreement)

- 31 days annual leave per year (inclusive of bank holidays) based on full time contract

- 13x Long Weekends a year (every four weeks)

- 10 on, 4 off shift pattern.

- 24/7 Employee Assistance Line with access to external counsellor

- Company funded eye tests (VDU and safety glasses)

- Enhanced family friendly policies

- Company paid sick leave following probationary period

- Support to build your professional development plan to grow and evolve with us

- Payment towards annual professional fees and CPD relevant to roles

We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and a team that reflects a broad range of perspectives and experiences, where all individuals are valued and have the opportunity to thrive. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.

If you'd like to discuss our recruitment process further, or need support during the application stage, please don't hesitate to get in touch.

Unsolicited CVs sent by recruitment agencies will be considered the property of KAEFER UK and Ireland and no fee will be payable.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 20.05-43.84 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 39 per week

Work Location: In person