Reece Paterson
Eight Mile Plains,QLD
Summary
Trade Qualified Spray Painter/Blaster with 10+ years in the painting industry. Skilled in corrosion management, protective coatings, and interpreting technical drawings to apply precise coatings. Proficient in surface preparation, blasting, and painting, with a focus on quality and safety.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Painter/Blaster Industrial
JAWS
08.2024 - Current
- Achieve correct surface profile using abrasive blasting technics
- Apply protective coatings using both Airless and conventional to manufactures specification.
- Record Batch numbers, DFT, humidity records and test x
- Masking surfaces and surrounding areas for painting using sandpaper, tape, and other materials.
- Climbed scaffolding, staging, ladders, and planks to reach work area surfaces and observed safety protocols to prevent falls.
- Use EWP to Blast and Paint jobs
- Improved project turnaround time 100% by efficiently managing resources and streamlining the sandblasting process.
- Providing valuable technical input during project planning stages, assisting in accurate estimation of work scope, resource allocation, and timelines for completion.
- Enhanced equipment longevity by performing regular maintenance checks and timely repairs on sandblasting machinery.
- Interpret technical drawings whilst coordinating plans with supervisor on beginning of each task.
- Working within confined spaces.
Leading Hand Foreman
APT Spray Painting
01.2021 - 08.2024
- Enhanced team productivity and safety through daily pre-start meetings and efficiently allocating day to day tasks and closely monitoring progress.
- Developed a strong rapport with staff members through effective communication and leadership skills.
- Facilitated smooth workflows by proactively identifying potential issues and implementing corrective measures.
- Communicated effectively with clients to identify needs, gather feedback, and provide regular updates on project status.
- Adhering and Maintaining all work health and safety protocols including but not limited to take fives, correct PPE and identifying work place hazards.
- Enhanced team productivity by efficiently allocating tasks and closely monitoring progress.
Industrial Spray Painting
Saunders Industrial Painting & Blasting
12.2019 - 07.2020
- Servicing the spray painting needs for companies such as Hastings Deerings, MEM, Queensland rail and more.
- Spray painting large industrial mining equipment and machinery using both airless and conventional.
- Mix and match paint 2k polyurethane, enable and epoxies.
- Following correct safety protocols such as take 5s and working permits for confined space hot and cold areas.
- Painting and blasting within confined space.
- Painting and blasting at heights
- Participated in ongoing training programs to stay current on industry trends and best practices for industrial spray painting applications.
Skills
- Experienced with both Airless, conventional, paint brush and roller
- Abrasive blasting experience with ability to achieve correct surface profile
- Experienced in humidity recording, DTF, batch numbers and test x
- Technical skill and knowledge in corrosion management and can confidently paint to specification using WFT gauges
- Ability to intemperate drawings and Technical Data Sheets
- Physical stamina and coordination to stand for long periods, handle painting equipment, and execute precise painting tasks
- Safety awareness to handle potentially harmful materials, use protective equipment, and follow safety guidelines and procedures
- Communication skills to effectively work with team members, understand job specifications, and provide updates on job progress
Certification
- Certificate 3 Automotive Refinishing Technology (Trade Certificate, Work Skills)
- Current C Class QLD Drivers License
- Cert 3 Automotive Refinishing Technology
- White Card Ticket (11/1/25)
Timeline
Painter/Blaster Industrial
JAWS
08.2024 - Current
Leading Hand Foreman
APT Spray Painting
01.2021 - 08.2024
Industrial Spray Painting
Saunders Industrial Painting & Blasting
12.2019 - 07.2020
- Certificate 3 Automotive Refinishing Technology (Trade Certificate, Work Skills)
- Current C Class QLD Drivers License
- Cert 3 Automotive Refinishing Technology
- White Card Ticket (11/1/25)
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