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Intumescent Painting Installer

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    PFP FIRE SYSTEMS IRELAND LIMITED
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    Ref: #JOB-2420869
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    PFP Ireland, Digital Office Centre, Block B, Maynooth Business Centre, Straffan Road, Maynooth, Co. Kildare, W23 W5X7
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    No of positions: 1
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    Paid Position
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    39 hours per week
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    34476.00 Euro Annually
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    Published On: 17 Nov 2025
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    Closing On: 15 Dec 2025

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PFP Fire Systems Ireland Limited is looking for an Intumescent Painting Installer to join us. You will be responsible for – 
•Preparing site inspection and assessments to understand building’s structure. 
•Preparing surfaces to be coated including cleaning, sanding and abrasive blasting.
• Mask and protect areas that do not require coating using tape, plastic sheeting, or other materials to prevent overspray.
• Mix intumescent paint components thoroughly to the correct ratio and consistency as specified by the manufacturer.
•Preparing all equipment, which includes spray guns, airless sprayers, or pressure pots, is set up and calibrated. 
•Calculating and determining the precise quantity of paint suitable for a specific surface and understanding the ratios to create the perfect blend.
•Ensuring that the primer is applied to the surface first to enhance adhesion of the intumescent paint. The primer must be allowed to dry completely before the next layer is applied.
•Spraying intumescent paint which includes paint in thins, even coats as specified by the fire safety standards and building regulations.
•Ensuring that the curing time is allowed to cure or dry thoroughly before applying subsequent layers. 
•Conducting final inspections to ensure that the dry film thickness is measured using specialized tools such as ultrasonic thickness gauges. 
•Performing adhesion tests to ensure the coating adheres properly to the substrate.
•Cleaning all equipment according to the manufacturer's recommendations to prevent the intumescent paint from hardening within the equipment
.•Ensuring that the work area is cleaned up by removing any protective masking and disposing of waste materials properly.
•Providing detailed records of the products used, the areas coated, and the thickness measurements. 
•Conducting final inspections carried out by a fire safety officer or building inspector to ensure that all fire protection requirements are met
Requirements:
• Proven experience as an Industrial Coater, or Fire Protection Operator or Applicator.
• Knowledge of fire-resistant coatings, surface preparation methods, and application techniques.
• Familiarity with health and safety regulations, including safe handling of hazardous materials.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, specifications, and method statements.
• Physical fitness and ability to work at heights, in confined spaces, or under varying weather conditions.
• Valid Safe Pass or CSCS cards
• Relevant certifications are highly desirable.
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