In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:
- Prepare valves and components for industrial spray painting, including cleaning, masking, and surface preparation in line with work instructions and safety requirements.
- Apply industrial coatings using both conventional and airless spray systems to meet specified paint systems, film thickness, and finish requirements.
- Inspect, measure, and test completed work (including film thickness and coverage) to ensure coatings meet quality standards and customer specifications, escalating any issues and contributing to effective problem resolution.
- Continuously refine painting techniques and practices to improve coating consistency, durability, and appearance, sharing ideas that support innovation and process improvement.
- Clean, maintain, and perform basic troubleshooting on spray equipment, air extraction systems, and related tools to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operation.
- Safely handle, store, and label paints, thinners, and cleaning products in accordance with procedures and environmental, health, and safety requirements.
- Maintain a tidy, well‑organized work area, including daily housekeeping of the spray booth, equipment, and shared workspaces.
- Follow all health, safety, and environmental procedures, including the use of appropriate PPE, participation in safety activities, and proactive identification of hazards and improvement opportunities.
- Support the training, coaching, and upskilling of team members in spray painting techniques and best practices to build overall capability within the site.
- Collaborate with Assembly Operators, Operations, and Quality teams to ensure painted products are delivered on time, meet quality expectations, and support a positive experience for Emerson customers.
Who You Are:
You take on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm. You rebound from setbacks and adversity when facing difficult situations, maintaining focus on safety and quality. You develop and deliver clear communication that considers the different needs of people you work with, whether in Operations, Quality, or other functions. You build partnerships and work collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives and build strong customer relationships by contributing to customer‑centric solutions. You consistently achieve results, even under tough circumstances, and you take pride in delivering work to a high standard.
For This Role, You Will Need:
- Practical experience in industrial spray painting, ideally within a manufacturing, engineering, or workshop environment.
- Hands‑on experience using both conventional and airless spray systems for industrial coatings.
- Skill in applying multi‑coat and two‑pack paints to achieve specified film thickness and a consistent, high‑quality finish.
- Ability to identify and address common spray painting issues (e.g., runs, orange peel, insufficient coverage) and adjust technique or equipment settings as needed.
- Experience measuring and verifying coating thickness and quality using appropriate test methods and equipment.
- Experience operating overhead cranes and attachments to safely move products and components.
- Experience using hand and power tools safely as part of preparation and finishing processes.
- Familiarity with working under structured health, safety, and environmental procedures, and a strong personal commitment to safe work practices.
- Attention to detail and the ability to follow work instructions, specifications, and documentation accurately.
- Strong teamwork mindset, reliability, and a willingness to support others across the operation when needed.
- Relevant high‑risk work licences such as an overhead crane licence and LF forklift licence, or a willingness to obtain these with support.
Preferred Qualifications That Set You Apart:
- Experience in valve assembly or working with similar engineered mechanical products.
- Previous experience in an engineering factory or heavy industrial environment.
- Exposure to quality assurance systems and procedures, including documentation and non‑conformance reporting.
- Formal training in manual handling and/or a current First Aid Certificate.
- Experience contributing to continuous improvement initiatives related to safety, quality, or process efficiency.
- Experience coaching or training others in spray painting techniques or safe work practices.
- Comfort working in a customer‑focused environment, where quality, reliability, and on‑time delivery are critical.
Our Culture & Commitment to You:
At Emerson, we prioritise a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives—because we know that great ideas come from great teams. Our commitment to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship, training, or leadership opportunities, we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact. We believe diverse teams working together are key to driving growth and delivering business results.
In Wangara, you will be part of a team that puts safety first, delivers with integrity, and continuously looks for better ways of working. You will have the opportunity to contribute your ideas, build your technical skills, and grow your career within a global organization that values people and performance equally.
Emerson is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals, including people of all genders, cultures, and backgrounds, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, and members of LGBTQIA+ communities. If you require adjustments during the recruitment process, we are committed to working with you to support your accessibility needs. If this role sounds like a good fit for you, we invite you to apply through Emerson’s careers site or internal job portal and take the next step in growing your career with us.
