Industrial Painter

About the role

Stratostaff East Africa is hiring a full-time Industrial Painter in Nairobi within the manufacturing sector. The painter prepares surfaces and applies paints, varnishes, coatings and protective finishes, working closely with welders, fabricators and production teams to meet project deadlines.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare surfaces for painting by cleaning, sanding, blasting or applying primers.
• Apply paint, varnish, coatings and protective finishes using spray guns, rollers or brushes.
• Mix paints and coatings according to technical specifications and safety guidelines.
• Inspect surfaces before and after painting to ensure quality and uniformity.
• Read and follow work instructions, technical drawings and coating specifications.
• Maintain painting tools and equipment and keep the work area clean and organised.
• Follow workplace health and safety procedures, including proper use of PPE, and handle and store paints, solvents and chemicals safely.

Required profile

• Certificate or training in Industrial Painting, Spray Painting or a related field.
• Minimum 2 to 4 years of experience in industrial or spray painting.
• Experience in manufacturing, construction or engineering environments is an added advantage.
• Physically fit and able to work in an industrial environment.

Required skills

• Knowledge of surface preparation techniques such as sanding, blasting and priming.
• Understanding of safety procedures when handling paints and chemicals.
• Good attention to detail and ability to produce high-quality finishes.