Trainee Shot Blaster


Job description

THE EMPLOYER IS: LAGAN ENGINEERING LTD The role involves preparing metal components and structures through abrasive blasting to meet required surface finish and coating specifications, ensuring high quality and safety standards are maintained.

Responsibilities

  • Carry out shotblasting / grit blasting of steel and engineered components.
  • Inspect workpieces for cleanliness, surface profile, and defects.
  • Perform routine maintenance and cleaning of blasting equipment.
  • Mask and protect areas not to be blasted.
  • Handle and recycle blasting media safely and efficiently.
  • Follow engineering drawings, job cards, and technical specifications.
  • Maintain a clean and safe working environment.
  • Work closely with paint and coating teams to meet production schedules.
  • Comply with health, safety, environmental, and COSHH regulations.

Skills and Qualifications

Essential Skills

  • Following procedures.
  • Communication skills.
  • Time awareness.
  • Willingness to learn.

Desirable Skills

  • Basic knowledge of coating systems and why profiles matter.
  • Awareness of corrosion types.

Further Information

The Employer is: LAGAN ENGINEERING LTD JobStart Opportunity - Working Hours Information - Standard Hours: up to 25 hours per week. - Flexible/Reduced Hours: May be available upon approval by a Work Coach. - Additional Hours: The employer may offer extra hours depending on availability. This should be discussed directly with the employer before starting employment. The job advert may end before the closing date if requested by the employer.

Application Information

JOBSTART IS OPEN TO WORKING AGE BENEFIT CLAIMANTS WHO ARE DEEMED ELIGIBLE BY A WORK COACH. If you are on Universal Credit, please contact your Work Coach via your Journal. If you are in receipt of any other working age benefit, please contact your local Jobs & Benefits Office on 0800 001 5782.

Vacancy ID
1758172
Job Sector
Engineering
Area
Co Tyrone
Location
Rock, Dungannon
Salary
16-17 £7.55, 18-20 £10.00, 21 plus £12.21 per hour.
No. vacancies
1
Contract Type
Temporary
Weekly hours
25
Published date
05/02/2026
Closing date
17/03/2026
Worktime
Days to be confirmed, hours 7am - 4pm.

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