Fabric Maintenance Technician (Blaster / Painter) – Auckland

Build a Career Protecting New Zealand's Critical Assets

Are you an experienced Blaster Painter looking for varied work, great projects, and the opportunity to work on some of New Zealand's most important infrastructure?

InterGroup is seeking a Fabric Maintenance Technician to join our Auckland team. Working across a variety of industrial, marine, and construction projects, you'll play a key role in preserving and protecting critical assets through surface preparation and protective coatings.

A significant portion of this work is carried out at Devonport Naval Base, supporting important defence infrastructure and vessels. As a result, applicants must be eligible to obtain and maintain New Zealand Defence Force security clearance.

About the Role

This is a hands-on role involving abrasive blasting, protective coatings application, high-pressure water jetting, and general fabric maintenance activities across multiple sites and projects throughout Auckland.

You'll work as part of a skilled team delivering high-quality outcomes in challenging environments where safety, workmanship, and attention to detail are critical.

No two projects are the same. One week you could be working on marine assets and defence infrastructure, while the next you may be supporting industrial maintenance projects across the wider Auckland region.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out abrasive blasting and surface preparation activities

• Apply industrial and protective coating systems to specification

• Perform high-pressure water jetting and cleaning operations

• Inspect and prepare surfaces for coating application

• Operate and maintain blasting, painting, and associated equipment

• Complete work safely and in accordance with client and company requirements

• Maintain accurate records and quality documentation

• Work across multiple sites and projects as required

What We're Looking For

• Experience in abrasive blasting and industrial painting

• Strong commitment to health, safety, and quality workmanship

• Ability to work across a variety of industrial and marine environments

• Good physical fitness and willingness to undertake hands-on work

• Reliable, professional, and able to work effectively within a team

• High-pressure water jetting experience highly advantageous

• Industrial coatings qualifications (such as NACE, or equivalent) advantageous but not essential

• Ability to obtain and maintain NZ Defence Force security clearance

Why Join InterGroup?

Diverse and Interesting Projects

Work across defence, marine, industrial, and infrastructure projects that keep every day different.

Be Part of Critical Defence Work

Contribute to the maintenance and protection of important national assets at Devonport Naval Base.

Strong Pipeline of Work

Join a well-established business with long-term contracts and a steady flow of projects.

Safety and Quality Focused Team

Work alongside experienced professionals who take pride in delivering quality results safely.

Apply Now

If you're an experienced Blaster Painter looking for challenging projects, stable employment, and the opportunity to work on some of New Zealand's most important assets, we'd like to hear from you.