Category 5 and Orontide have teamed up to build a strong pool of skilled Blasters / Painters to support rolling shutdowns and ongoing projects across WA. By joining our pool, you'll gain access to: Variety of projects: Work across Oil & Gas, Mining, Naval Defence, Marine, and Commercial industries Flexible work options: Local roles to be home every night or FIFO opportunities across WA, including offshore shutdowns Rolling shutdowns: Opportunities on projects ranging from a few days to up to 3 weeks onsite Ongoing casual opportunities: Secure regular work with immediate starts and weekly pay Competitive pay: Hourly rates from $44-$62 depending on project and experience Career growth: Gain experience on high-profile industrial and Defence projects with two leading WA companies working together Supportive teams: Work alongside experienced professionals in a safety-focused environment About the Role: Perform abrasive blasting to clean and prepare metal surfaces to industry standards Apply industrial coatings, primers, and protective paints Work safely at heights and in confined spaces Operate equipment safely while maintaining high standards of housekeeping and safety Skills & Experience: Previous experience in abrasive blasting & painting Minimum C Class Driver's Licence Able to complete online and onsite inductions Pass pre-employment medical and drug & alcohol screening Strong commitment to safety and positive safety culture Able to work independently and as part of a fast-paced team Desirable Tickets & Qualifications: Elevated Work Platform (HRWL), Working at Heights, Confined Space Maritime Security Induction Card (MSIC) Certificate III in Surface Preparation High Risk Licence with EWP UHP Ticket Pre-Employment Requirements: Complete online and onsite inductions Pass pre-employment medical and Drug & Alcohol screening Ability to provide two most recent work references Benefits: Weekly pay advantage Rolling shutdowns available, up to 3 weeks onsite Immediate start Ongoing casual work for the right candidate Apply Today: Join our talent pool for upcoming works across WA and be ready for flexible, high-profile shutdown projects. Spots are limited - register now to secure ongoing casual opportunities! Why Join Category 5? Category 5 is a 100% Australian, family-owned and operated business with over 16 years of experience delivering specialist services to Australia’s rail and infrastructure sectors. From our offices in Perth and Port Hedland, we support our clients with one of the largest specialist rail plant fleets in the country — backed by our commitment to safety, quality, and people.
