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Yohann Brill

Secret Harbour,WA

Summary

I am a dedicated and experienced industrial painter and sandblaster with over 23 years in the field, including 14 years in Western Australia. A married father of two, I bring strong team leadership, excellent time management, and a commitment to safety and quality. I thrive in the construction and mining industries and enjoy contributing to large-scale infrastructure and maintenance projects.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

Sandblaster/Industrial Painter

AngloGold Ashanti
Tropicana, WA
11.2016 - 02.2025
  • Assisted in training new employees on proper sandblasting procedures, ensuring adherence to safety regulations and company policies.
  • Enhanced surface quality by skillfully operating sandblasting equipment on various materials.
  • Maintained a safe and efficient work environment by adhering to safety protocols and proper handling of hazardous materials.
  • Painted surfaces using brushes, spray guns, and paint rollers.
  • Mixed and blended paints according to specified colors and consistency
  • Daily reports, timesheets, DFT testing, JHA writing, equipment maintenance, and material ordering.

Sandblaster/Industrial Painter

Duratec
05.2014 - 01.2016
  • Supervising CIL and leach tank maintenance at multiple gold mines (Granny Smith, Boddington, Tropicana).
  • Structural steel repairs, high-performance coating systems, Poly Euro application.
  • Daily reports, timesheets, DFT testing, JHA writing, equipment maintenance, and material ordering.

Industrial Sand Blaster Painter

Nacap
08.2013 - 05.2014

APLNG Pipeline Project

• Surface preparation and painting to specification, HBE application, use of gas monitors.

  • Improved project turnaround time by efficiently managing resources and streamlining and blasting processes.
  • Provided valuable technical input during project planning stages, assisting in accurate estimation of work scope, resource allocation, and timelines for completion.

Night Shift Supervisor

Duratec
01.2013 - 08.2013

Iron Ore Plant, Pilbara

• Supervised painting crew, conducted safety reports, and oversaw material logistics.

  • Observed each team member to carry out duties and provided constructive criticism.
  • Enhanced team efficiency by implementing streamlined processes and procedures for night shift operations.
  • Located and resolved problems with team production and performance to maintain consistent quality levels.

Sandblaster/Industrial Painter

Maspainting
08.2012 - 01.2013

Rockingham Jetty

  • Blast hopper operation,
  • Spray Painting,
  • Equipment cleaning, and maintenance.

Sandblaster/Industrial Painter

CMC Industrial Services
08.2011 - 08.2012

Roe Highway Overpass

  • Barrier refurbishment, high build coatings, traffic management, working at heights.

Sandblaster/Industrial Painter Team Leader

AGC Painting and Insulation
07.2010 - 07.2011

Pluto Gas Plant

• Sandblasting, spray painting, mixing, JHA writing, crew supervision.

Painter/Sandblaster

Cape, Karratha Gas Plant
06.2010 - 07.2010

Karratha Gas Plant Shutdown

• Blasting, mega blaster operation, airless pump maintenance

Painter/Sandblaster

TBS Coatings
01.2001 - 06.2010
  • Provided services across oil & gas, construction, and marine sectors.
  • Prepared surfaces for painting by cleaning, sanding, and repairing defects to ensure smooth results.
  • Operated power sprayers and hand tools to prepare and paint large areas.
  • Mixed and blended paints according to specified colors and consistency.

Skills

    Team Leadership: Led crews on various large-scale industrial sites including Shell Todd and Duratec projects

    Time Management: Successfully met tight deadlines across shutdowns and ongoing operations

    Safety Focused: Certified in Fall Arrest, Confined Spaces, Permit to Work, Gas Testing, and Defensive Driving

    Technical Knowledge: Skilled in sandblasting, spray painting, paint mixing, containment building, and equipment maintenance

    Reliable & Punctual: Proven strong attendance and readiness to work across all roles

    Eager to Learn: Committed to continual improvement and skill development

Accomplishments

Vertical Horizonz, Australia/New Zealand

• Confined Space Entry (NZQA 17599, 18426, 25510)

• Fall Arrest Systems (NZQA 15757, 17600)

• White Card (VHG9039)

• Permit to Work (NZQA 17588)

• Gas Testing (NZQA 25510, 3058)

• Defensive Driver Awareness

• Dogman and Slinging – TOSHA (NZ)

Timeline

Sandblaster/Industrial Painter

AngloGold Ashanti
11.2016 - 02.2025

Sandblaster/Industrial Painter

Duratec
05.2014 - 01.2016

Industrial Sand Blaster Painter

Nacap
08.2013 - 05.2014

Night Shift Supervisor

Duratec
01.2013 - 08.2013

Sandblaster/Industrial Painter

Maspainting
08.2012 - 01.2013

Sandblaster/Industrial Painter

CMC Industrial Services
08.2011 - 08.2012

Sandblaster/Industrial Painter Team Leader

AGC Painting and Insulation
07.2010 - 07.2011

Painter/Sandblaster

Cape, Karratha Gas Plant
06.2010 - 07.2010

Painter/Sandblaster

TBS Coatings
01.2001 - 06.2010
Yohann Brill