Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

Blasters

 Job Description:

Location - Abu Dhabi, UAE (Project 6)

Working Hours - 8 hours/day + overtime as required

Benefits Provided - Accommodation, Transportation, Visa & Medical Insurance

Not Provided - Food and joining air ticket

Interview Mode - Online interview

Nationality - All nationalities

We are looking for a safety-conscious blaster to join our construction team. The responsibilities of the blaster include preparing surfaces using sandblasting/shot-blasting equipment, selecting the correct blasting media, and ensuring surfaces are ready for coating or finishing.

To be a successful blaster, you should be able to operate blasting equipment safely and follow strict health and safety protocols. Ultimately, a top-notch blaster should be physically fit and comfortable working outdoors in all weather types.

Blaster Responsibilities:

  • Preparing surfaces for painting, coating, or finishing using sandblasting/shot-blasting equipment.
  • Setting up and operating blasting equipment safely and correctly.
  • Selecting appropriate blasting media and pressure settings for each surface.
  • Inspecting blasted surfaces for quality and specification compliance.
  • Masking and protecting areas not to be blasted.
  • Cleaning up blasting media and debris after completion of works.
  • Carrying out routine maintenance and inspection of blasting equipment.
  • Following strict safety protocols, including correct use of PPE and respiratory protection.
  • Reporting equipment faults or unsafe conditions to the supervisor.
  • Maintaining accurate records of work carried out.

Blaster Requirements:

  • KCSE
  • Kenyan Passport (valid, minimum 1 year validity)
  • Certified Grade Test
  • 3+ years' working experience
  • A completed apprenticeship in surface preparation/blasting.
  • A completed relevant health and safety short course (e.g. respiratory protection).
  • An NVQ certification in surface preparation may be advantageous.
  • Basic work experience in construction may be advantageous.
  • A good understanding of health and safety issues.
  • The ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
  • Good physical fitness.
  • Strong practical and teamwork skills.


  Required Skills:

Overtime BASIC Protection Painting Compliance Transportation Inspection Insurance Construction Records Pressure Preparation Maintenance Teamwork