ELPER was incorporated as a company in July 1996 and since then has provided various services offshore and onshore to some of the leading International Oil companies present in Nigerian through their partnership with the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC). Headquarter is in Lagos and liaison offices are in Abuja and Port Harcourt. ELPER is certified to 1S0 9001:2008 Quality Management System. ELPER is certified to 1S0 9001:2008 Quality Management System and is in the process of upgrading its certification to the current ISO 9001:2015 standard.Job Description
Painter / Blasters play a crucial role in surface preparation and painting of ships under construction. They are responsible for utilizing various methods, including mechanical tools and blasting techniques, to prepare surfaces and apply marine coatings according to contract specifications.
Responsibilities
Apply coatings using conventional spray systems, airless spray systems, and plural spray systems
Safely operate equipment such as blast pots, spray guns, and sandblasting tools
Maintain consistent thickness in spray applications and apply paint with brush and roll
Apply epoxy, polyurethane, and high solids coatings
Demonstrate knowledge of wet and dry blast methods and processes
Mix paints according to manufacturer instructions
Operate and maintain spray equipment, troubleshoot equipment issues
Apply masking materials to protect designated areas from paint and overspray
Understand and interpret material safety data sheets, drawings, and blueprints
Ensure compliance with environmental requirements and industry standards for paint application and disposal
Perform other related duties as required
Education & Qualifications
High School Diploma or equivalent vocational education
Minimum 5 years of coatings related experience in shipbuilding and/or industrial industries
Knowledge/experience with industrial high-performance coatings is advantageous
Familiarity with modern shipbuilding processes and terminology is beneficial
Ability to read engineering/masking drawings and specifications is advantageous
Knowledge of deep water vessel coating standards preferred
Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, in English
Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment with a positive attitude
