Linkforce, a leading name in mining services, is seeking skilled Perth-based professionals for FIFO shutdown and maintenance work on major mine sites. In this role, you will apply your expertise in abrasive blasting, high-build epoxy, and industrial painting on fixed plant equipment. If you hold the essential tickets, have a strong work ethic, and are ready for consistent work with a top-tier employer, we want to hear from you.
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Company Overview
Linkforce is a leading integrated maintenance, engineering, and project services provider with a strong national presence. Founded in the Pilbara, we’ve grown to a workforce of over 3,000 personnel, delivering essential services to Australia’s biggest mining producers. We pride ourselves on providing secure, ongoing work, investing in our people, and fostering opportunities for career progression from within our ranks.
Key Responsibilities
You will be a key member of our maintenance teams, performing critical surface protection work. Your duties will include:
- Performing high-pressure and abrasive blasting on fixed plant equipment and structures.
- Applying industrial coatings, including high-build epoxies, using airless and conventional spray systems.
- Working to precise specifications to ensure long-term asset protection in harsh environments.
- Adhering strictly to all site safety procedures, including Working at Heights and Confined Space protocols.
- Contributing to the efficient completion of shutdown and maintenance scopes of work.
Qualifications
To be successful in this role, you must have:
- A Certificate III in Surface Preparation and Coating Application (or a relevant trade certificate) OR a minimum of 2 years’ proven experience in industrial painting/blasting.
- Current tickets: Working at Heights and Confined Space.
- A valid Construction White Card.
- An Australian Driver’s Licence.
- Unlimited Australian work rights.
- The ability to pass a pre-employment medical and ongoing drug and alcohol screenings.
- BHP and Rio Tinto site inductions are highly regarded.
Roster and Shift:Â 12-hour day or night shifts on a FIFO basis.
Benefits and Perks
A career with Linkforce offers stability, competitive remuneration, and clear growth pathways:
- Top-tier pay rates starting from $65.00 per hour (Day Shift) to $71.00 per hour (Night Shift), plus superannuation.
- Fortnightly pay for consistent cash flow.
- Secure, ongoing work with Australia’s leading mining producers.
- Flexibility to manage your schedule via the user-friendly Linkforce Hub app.
- Clear career progression opportunities – our leadership teams are often promoted from within.
- The support of an established, reputable national employer.
How to Apply
If you are a qualified and ticket-ready Blaster Painter looking for your next long-term FIFO role, we encourage you to apply now.
Linkforce is an equal opportunity employer. We thank all applicants for their interest; only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Take control of your career with a leader in mining services.

