Blasters

Location - Abu Dhabi UAE (Project 6)

Working Hours - 8 hours/day overtime as required

Benefits Provided - Accommodation Transportation Visa & Medical Insurance

Not Provided - Food and joining air ticket

Interview Mode - Online interview

Nationality - All nationalities

We are looking for a safety-conscious blaster to join our construction team. The responsibilities of the blaster include preparing surfaces using sandblasting/shot-blasting equipment selecting the correct blasting media and ensuring surfaces are ready for coating or finishing.

To be a successful blaster you should be able to operate blasting equipment safely and follow strict health and safety protocols. Ultimately a top-notch blaster should be physically fit and comfortable working outdoors in all weather types.

Blaster Responsibilities:

• Preparing surfaces for painting coating or finishing using sandblasting/shot-blasting equipment.
• Setting up and operating blasting equipment safely and correctly.
• Selecting appropriate blasting media and pressure settings for each surface.
• Inspecting blasted surfaces for quality and specification compliance.
• Masking and protecting areas not to be blasted.
• Cleaning up blasting media and debris after completion of works.
• Carrying out routine maintenance and inspection of blasting equipment.
• Following strict safety protocols including correct use of PPE and respiratory protection.
• Reporting equipment faults or unsafe conditions to the supervisor.
• Maintaining accurate records of work carried out.

Blaster Requirements:

• KCSE
• Kenyan Passport (valid minimum 1 year validity)
• Certified Grade Test
• 3 years working experience
• A completed apprenticeship in surface preparation/blasting.
• A completed relevant health and safety short course (e.g. respiratory protection).
• An NVQ certification in surface preparation may be advantageous.
• Basic work experience in construction may be advantageous.
• A good understanding of health and safety issues.
• The ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Good physical fitness.
• Strong practical and teamwork skills.