Blaster - Offshore Oil and Gas Project

About the role

Wings Technical Services is hiring 6 experienced Blasters for an offshore oil and gas project in Qatar. The work involves abrasive blasting and surface preparation of steel structures, pipelines, tanks and other industrial surfaces. The duty is 10 hours per day, full time, and immediate joining is preferred. Only local candidates are considered.

Key responsibilities

• Perform abrasive blasting on steel structures, pipelines, tanks and other industrial surfaces.
• Remove rust, old paint, mill scale and other contaminants to reach the required surface cleanliness.
• Operate blasting machines, air compressors, hoses and related equipment safely.
• Select suitable abrasive materials and blasting techniques according to project specifications.
• Check surface cleanliness and profile to meet coating requirements.
• Inspect blasting equipment before use and report defects or unsafe conditions.
• Follow approved blasting procedures, method statements and quality standards.
• Comply with offshore safety regulations, permit-to-work procedures and HSE requirements.
• Use appropriate PPE and respiratory protection, maintain equipment and keep the worksite tidy.

Required profile

• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in abrasive blasting or industrial surface preparation.
• Mandatory offshore project experience.
• Experience in grit blasting, rust removal and surface preparation.
• Knowledge of blasting machines, compressors, hoses and abrasive materials.
• Familiarity with surface cleanliness grades and surface profile requirements.
• Knowledge of offshore HSE standards, PPE and safe blasting procedures.
• Valid Qatar ID (QID) is mandatory; candidates must be locally available in Qatar.
• Physically fit and available for offshore deployment; relevant qualifications or blasting certifications are an advantage.