Painting & Blasting Foreman

Fetch Recruitment ·www.fetchrecruitment.com.au

Location West Footscray, Victoria, Australia
Salary AUD 120,000 - 145,000 / year
Type Full time
Level Mid
Source Shazamme
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About the Role

This is a hands-on leadership position responsible for overseeing all blasting and painting activities within a busy manufacturing and fabrication environment. The successful candidate will lead a team of painters, blasters, and trade assistants while ensuring projects are delivered safely, on schedule, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.
You will play a key role in coordinating workshop operations, managing production schedules, maintaining quality standards, and driving continuous improvement initiatives.

Key ResponsibilitiesLeadership & Supervision
  • Lead, supervise, and mentor a team of painters, blasters, and trade assistants.
  • Conduct daily pre-start meetings and toolbox talks.
  • Monitor workforce productivity and ensure work is completed efficiently.
  • Assist with onboarding and training of new employees.
  • Foster a positive safety-first culture across the workshop.
  • Manage employee performance and provide ongoing coaching and development.
Production & Operations
  • Plan and coordinate daily blasting and painting activities.
  • Allocate labour, equipment, and materials to meet production schedules.
  • Monitor project progress and adjust resources as required.
  • Ensure jobs are completed within allocated timeframes and budgets.
  • Coordinate workflow between fabrication, blasting, painting, and dispatch departments.
  • Identify and resolve production bottlenecks to maximise efficiency.
  • Assist with estimating labour requirements and project durations.
Whats on offer
  • Competitive salary package.
  • Stable, long-term position with a growing company.
  • Modern workshop facilities and equipment.
  • Opportunity to lead a skilled and experienced team.
  • Ongoing training and career development opportunities.
  • Supportive management team and strong workplace culture.
  • Immediate start available for the right candidate.

For further information on this position, or to discuss any other openings, please apply directly for this role or call Colin for a confidential chat at 0424 260 276 or Colin.slevin@fetchrecruit.com.au

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Who is hiring for the Painting & Blasting Foreman role?
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Where is the Painting & Blasting Foreman job located?
The Painting & Blasting Foreman role with Fetch Recruitment is based in West Footscray, VIC, AU.
What does the Painting & Blasting Foreman role pay?
Fetch Recruitment lists the Painting & Blasting Foreman role at AUD 120,000–145,000 per year.
Is the Painting & Blasting Foreman role full-time or contract?
This is a full time position at Fetch Recruitment.
What experience level is the Painting & Blasting Foreman role?
The Painting & Blasting Foreman position is aimed at mid-level candidates.
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