Waikato Sandblasting Services (part of Steel & Tube Galvanising Ltd) is looking for a reliable and motivated Industrial Coatings Labourer to join our close-knit team. This is a hands-on, varied role where you will be primarily involved in industrial sandblasting, with opportunities to work across painting, surface preparation, and general workshop duties. If you are physically fit, safety-focused, and enjoy being part of a supportive team, this is a great opportunity to develop valuable skills in a stable, NZ-owned business.
Company Overview
We are a respected, NZ-owned business specialising in high-quality industrial sandblasting and coatings. Part of Steel & Tube Galvanising Ltd, our team works on a diverse range of projects from small components to large bespoke steel items. We pride ourselves on excellent workmanship, a positive team culture, and a safety-first approach. In our workshop, no two days are the same, offering daily challenges and a fantastic environment to learn and grow.
Key Responsibilities
In this versatile role, you will support our coatings and blasting team across a range of essential tasks. Your primary duties will include:
- Performing industrial sandblasting as the core focus of your role.
- Assisting with industrial painting, coating application, and surface preparation.
- Carrying out workshop clean-up, yard work, and general labouring duties.
- Supporting the wider team across different areas of the business as workload demands.
- Adhering strictly to all health and safety protocols and maintaining a tidy, organised work area.
Qualifications
We are looking for a team player with the right attitude and capacity for physical work. The ideal candidate will have:
- Previous industrial sandblasting experience is preferred. Painting or coatings experience is an advantage.
- Good physical fitness and comfort with manual, hands-on work.
- A strong, inherent focus on safety and a reliable work ethic.
- Good verbal communication skills and a flexible, cooperative attitude.
- Must be reliable, punctual, and thrive in a team environment.
- Legal right to work in New Zealand without restriction.
Benefits and Perks
Joining our team means becoming part of a supportive and stable business. We offer:
- Guaranteed minimum of 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 7:30 am – 4:00 pm, with occasional overtime.
- Work with a great, experienced team in a supportive and safety-focused environment.
- Consistent work with opportunities to learn and develop a broad range of industrial coatings skills.
- Exposure to a wide variety of projects no two days are the same.
- Salary Ranges 15$ per hr depends on experience
- Contribute to a locally-owned and operated industry leader.
How to Apply
If you are a motivated labourer looking for a hands-on career with a great team, we encourage you to apply.
Important: Applicants must have the legal right to work in New Zealand. Our recruitment process includes pre-employment checks such as references, a medical assessment, drug/alcohol testing, a Ministry of Justice check, and an ACC history check.
Please submit your application, including a brief note about your relevant experience and why you would be a great fit for our workshop team. We look forward to hearing from you.