Painting Supervisor

About us

Altrad is a trusted provider of expert construction and integrated maintenance solutions across Australia, with a strong track record across key sectors such as energy, mining, utilities, and defense. We are known for managing some of the nation's most critical projects.

We go beyond simply building, protecting, and extending asset life. We cultivate strong, collaborative partnerships with our clients, allowing us to tailor solutions to their evolving needs and ensure their assets operate seamlessly for longer.

We are part of the Altrad Group, a global organisation with nearly 52,000 people across more than 50 countries and 120 subsidiaries operating in Europe, the Americas, Canada, the Middle East, Africa, and Asia Pacific.

About the Opportunity:

Altrad is seeking S26 Compliant Painting Supervisors ready to take the next step into a leadership role. With ad-hoc shutdown projects kicking off immediately, this is your opportunity to step up as a Painting Supervisor and make your mark.

This role is FIFO from Perth only. You will be working with a major mining client across the Pilbara region, leading scaffold crews, ensuring safe and efficient project delivery, and supporting a high-performing workforce on site.

In this role, you'll be responsible for:

• Lead Pre-Starts & Toolbox Talks - Drive daily pre-starts, setting clear expectations and motivating the crew to work safely and efficiently.

• Attend Critical Path Meetings - Represent Coatings in key planning and coordination meetings, ensuring smooth workflow with other site activities.

• Client & Management Liaison - Act as Altrad's on-site representative—maintain strong client relationships and deliver clear progress updates to senior management.

• Disciplinary & Performance Oversight - Manage workforce conduct, addressing issues promptly and ensuring team members meet Altrad's performance standards.

• Uphold Safety Standards & Procedures - Ensure all scaffold work is carried out to Altrad's safety protocols, proactively identifying and mitigating potential risks.

• Support Workforce Development - Mentor and guide paint and blast crews looking to advance their skills, fostering a positive team culture and encouraging career progression.

About you:

• Perth-based and open to working on an ad-hoc shutdown roster, with a steady pipeline of upcoming projects.

• Minimum 5 years' experience in a Painting/Coatings Supervision role, ideally within mining, energy, or construction environments.

• Must Hold a valid Section 26 High-Risk Work Licence (Painting Supervision).

• MSIC card (desirable, but not essential).

• Strong communicator who can motivate, influence, and drive team performance.

• Proven leadership with solid mentoring and people management skills.

• Able to pass a pre-employment medical and drug & alcohol screen as per project requirements.

Why you should work for Altrad

We provide the benefits you'd expect from a global company, but what makes us different?

• Our Opportunities: Embark on a thrilling journey with us, tackling diverse and exciting challenges on some of the world's most prominent resources, energy, and infrastructure projects.

• Our Vibrant Culture: Immerse yourself in a dynamic atmosphere where problem-solving is a way of life. Join a reliable and enthusiastic team that thrives on a 'can-do' spirit, making every workday an opportunity for growth and collaboration.

• Our Investment in You: Your success matters to us, and we're here to support your aspirations. Let us be your partner in reaching new heights and unlocking your full potential. Your journey to success starts here

Our global workforce drives and promotes an inclusive culture, both within our organisation and throughout the communities we interact with across the world. Diverse backgrounds include First Nations Peoples, people with differing abilities, LGBTIQ+ community, gender, neurodiverse, cultural diversity, all age groups, and those with an intersectional or multiple diverse characteristics. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.