Semi-Skilled Painter
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Nov 15, 2026. First seen by Alion on Nov 10, 2026. Botswana Ash scores C on the Alion truth index.
Description
Botswana Ash (Pty) Ltd is a Soda Ash and Salt producing Company situated at Sua Pan in Botswana, approximately 180 km by tarred road northwest of Francistown. The Company employs over 500 employees of which close to 300 are unionised. Employees and their families live in Sowa Town, about 20 km from the plant site. The town boasts of recreational facilities, which include restaurant, tennis courts, squash court and golf course. There is also an excellent English medium pre-primary, primary and secondary school as well as public primary and junior secondary schools.
Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates for the following position:
JOB SUMMARY
The incumbent will be responsible for safely preparing, applying paint, coatings, and other surface treatments on industrial structures and other business areas.
DUTIES
- Inspect surfaces and determine appropriate primers, paints, finishes, and tools for application.
- Clean, sand scrape, and prime surfaces to remove old paint, wallpaper, or debris, and fill cracks or holes with plaster or filler to ensure smooth application.
- Undertake blasting of surfaces to ensure coating adhesion and reduce the risk of peeling and flaking.
- Apply paints, varnishes, stains, sealers, or other coatings using brushes, rollers, or spray equipment, ensuring even coverage and desired finish.
- Blend paints and materials to achieve the correct color, texture, or finish according to client specifications.
- Maintain and clean painting tools and equipment to ensure proper performance and safety.
- Standby duties.
Requirements
REQUIREMENTS
- At least Trade Test B.
- A minimum of 2 years relevant experience in a similar position.
APPLICATIONS TO BE ADDRESSED TO:
The Human Capital Manager
Botswana Ash (Pty) Ltd
Private Bag SOW 7
Sowa Town
Closing date: 20th November 2026.