FULL TIME
HAL SAFI, MALTA
SHIFT
02 October 2026
Ref: 454406

We are seeking motivated individuals to join our Aircraft Painting Team.

About the Role We are seeking motivated individuals to join our Aircraft Painting Team. Whether you are an experienced spray painter or someone looking to start a career in aircraft refinishing, we offer comprehensive training and development to help you become a fully qualified Aircraft Spray Painter. Working as part of a professional aviation maintenance environment, you will be involved in the preparation, painting, finishing and inspection of aircraft components and structures to the highest quality and safety standards. Key Responsibilities:

Prepare aircraft surfaces for painting by cleaning, sanding, masking and carrying out minor cosmetic repairs.
Mix, prepare and apply primers, coatings and finishing materials in accordance with approved procedures.
Apply paint finishes to aircraft components and structures to the required quality standards.
Inspect prepared and painted surfaces to ensure compliance with company, customer and regulatory requirements.
Operate and maintain painting and preparation equipment safely and effectively.
Complete job cards, work records and quality documentation accurately.
Handle paints, solvents and other materials in accordance with health, safety and environmental requirements.
Maintain a clean, safe and organised working environment.
Work closely with supervisors, inspectors and other production personnel to ensure projects are completed on schedule.
Participate in training programmes and continuous improvement initiatives. What We Are Looking For Essential:
Good attention to detail and commitment to quality.
Strong work ethic and willingness to learn.
Ability to follow technical instructions and procedures.
Ability to work as part of a team in a safety-critical environment.
Good communication skills. Desirable:
Experience in spray painting, surface preparation, automotive refinishing, manufacturing, composites, bodywork or a related trade.
Experience using hand tools, sanding equipment or paint application equipment.
Knowledge of health and safety procedures within an industrial environment. What We Offer
Full training and career development to become a qualified Aircraft Spray Painter.
Opportunities for progression within the aviation industry.
A professional and supportive working environment.
Ongoing technical and safety training.
Competitive salary and benefits package. No previous aircraft painting experience is required. We welcome applications from both experienced professionals and candidates looking to start a new career in aviation.

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Competencies

Mix, adapt colour shades of paints/ lacquers (original reference points, aging, desired effects...) and apply to vehicle
Determine the work to be done based on repair order or indications from experts or customers
Pretreatment of surfaces before the painting of vehicle
Apply metal coating (layer) via spraying or immersion: bronze coating
Apply paint, varnish or lacquer

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SPRAY PAINTERS AND VARNISHERS

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Salary: €19,000-28,000 per year

Aircraft Spray Painter

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