Painter & Blaster (CAF Overhaul Facility, Manchester)

Job description

What can you expect from CAF?


* Positive Work Environment: You will work in a positive environment, based on mutual respect and team spirit.
* Professional Development: Our projects are often measured in years, sometimes decades, giving you and the organisation a future.
* Learning and Autonomy: We will encourage you to work autonomously, being able to propose and decide 'what' and 'how'.
* Security and Reliability: CAF has been working for over 100 years on a path that stretches into the future, giving you the security you need.
* Cutting-edge technology: You will work with the latest technologies, facing the challenge of devising innovative approaches and solutions every day.



What will be your role in the company?


The Painter & Blaster is responsible for preparing, blasting, and painting bogie frames, wheelsets, and sub-components in accordance with CAF Rail UK’s overhaul and coating specifications. 


This role ensures all components are cleaned, surface-prepared, coated, and cured to required quality and environmental standards, maintaining full compliance with HSQE procedures and paint process controls. 


The Painter & Blaster plays a key role in ensuring the corrosion protection, appearance, and longevity of overhauled components, contributing to CAF’s commitment to safety, reliability, and product quality within the overhaul facility. 


What Salary will you be paid for this role?


As a Real Living Wage Employer, we are proud to pay competitively at CAF. For this role you will be offered a salary in the region of £37,000 per annum. 


What will make you successful in this position?


* NVQ/City & Guilds/IMI Level 2 or 3) preferred or proven experience as a Paint Sprayer or Refinisher. 
* Experience in industrial painting and abrasive blasting within a heavy engineering or rail environment. 
* Skilled in surface preparation, masking, blasting, and application of primers and topcoats to specification. 
* Competent in using paint booths, blasting systems, and coating inspection tools (thickness and roughness gauges). 
* Knowledge of coating data sheets, mixing ratios, curing processes, and environmental controls. 
* Understanding of COSHH, PPE, and safe handling of paints and solvents. 
* ICATS, CSCS Paint Sprayer, or equivalent industrial coating certification preferred. 
* Proven ability to achieve high-quality finishes while meeting safety and production targets. 
* Strong focus on safety, environmental responsibility, and attention to detail. 
* Reliable, disciplined, and able to deliver consistent high-quality finishes. 
* Steady hand, good visual accuracy, and strong understanding of surface preparation and coating techniques. 
* Proactive and adaptable with a positive attitude towards teamwork. 
* Methodical and organised, maintaining accurate records and process documentation. 
* Physically capable of performing manual handling and prolonged standing tasks in PPE and controlled environments. 
* Committed to continuous improvement, 5S, and lean principles. 
* Self-motivated with a focus on maintaining clean, safe, and efficient work areas. 
* Open to learning new coating technologies and participating in refresher or certification.

Desired profile

What can you expect from CAF?


* Positive Work Environment: You will work in a positive environment, based on mutual respect and team spirit.
* Professional Development: Our projects are often measured in years, sometimes decades, giving you and the organisation a future.
* Learning and Autonomy: We will encourage you to work autonomously, being able to propose and decide 'what' and 'how'.
* Security and Reliability: CAF has been working for over 100 years on a path that stretches into the future, giving you the security you need.
* Cutting-edge technology: You will work with the latest technologies, facing the challenge of devising innovative approaches and solutions every day.



What will be your role in the company?


The Painter & Blaster is responsible for preparing, blasting, and painting bogie frames, wheelsets, and sub-components in accordance with CAF Rail UK’s overhaul and coating specifications. 


This role ensures all components are cleaned, surface-prepared, coated, and cured to required quality and environmental standards, maintaining full compliance with HSQE procedures and paint process controls. 


The Painter & Blaster plays a key role in ensuring the corrosion protection, appearance, and longevity of overhauled components, contributing to CAF’s commitment to safety, reliability, and product quality within the overhaul facility. 


What Salary will you be paid for this role?


As a Real Living Wage Employer, we are proud to pay competitively at CAF. For this role you will be offered a salary in the region of £37,000 per annum. 


What will make you successful in this position?


* NVQ/City & Guilds/IMI Level 2 or 3) preferred or proven experience as a Paint Sprayer or Refinisher. 
* Experience in industrial painting and abrasive blasting within a heavy engineering or rail environment. 
* Skilled in surface preparation, masking, blasting, and application of primers and topcoats to specification. 
* Competent in using paint booths, blasting systems, and coating inspection tools (thickness and roughness gauges). 
* Knowledge of coating data sheets, mixing ratios, curing processes, and environmental controls. 
* Understanding of COSHH, PPE, and safe handling of paints and solvents. 
* ICATS, CSCS Paint Sprayer, or equivalent industrial coating certification preferred. 
* Proven ability to achieve high-quality finishes while meeting safety and production targets. 
* Strong focus on safety, environmental responsibility, and attention to detail. 
* Reliable, disciplined, and able to deliver consistent high-quality finishes. 
* Steady hand, good visual accuracy, and strong understanding of surface preparation and coating techniques. 
* Proactive and adaptable with a positive attitude towards teamwork. 
* Methodical and organised, maintaining accurate records and process documentation. 
* Physically capable of performing manual handling and prolonged standing tasks in PPE and controlled environments. 
* Committed to continuous improvement, 5S, and lean principles. 
* Self-motivated with a focus on maintaining clean, safe, and efficient work areas. 
* Open to learning new coating technologies and participating in refresher or certification.}

About CAF Rail UK Limited

ABOUT CAF 

Innovation is in our DNA - we thrive on pushing boundaries and adapting to new challenges with a flexible approach. Proud to be a global leader, our fast-paced growth provides exciting opportunities for our team and the community.

Committed to maintaining trains and trams, our mission is to enhance vehicle safety and reliability. Our ultimate goal is to deliver a comfortable, dependable, and sustainable commuting experience for all passengers.

Based out of multiple locations across the UK, our 24/7 operation means we’re always on hand to deliver reliable technical support. Utilising the latest digital technology, we strive to enhance dependability, helping people to get to where they need to be!

We wouldn’t be where we are without our people. Working together as a team, we strive to achieve great things while supporting each other to thrive along the way. We’re going places, so apply today and become part of our exciting journey.