Prince Malatjie

Spray Painter Technician

Johannesburg, City of Johannesburg Metropolitan MunicipalityMember since October 28, 2025

Surface preparation, sanding, cleaning and degreasingMasking and protection of components and surrounding areasAutomotive, aviation and industrial spray paintingPrimer, basecoat, clearcoat and final topcoat applicationPaint mixing, colour matching and accurate mixing ratiosWet-on-wet painting techniquesDry Film Thickness (DFT) measurement using an Elcometer gaugeCoating inspection, defect identification and quality control

About

A qualified Spray Painter Technician with over six years of experience in aviation, automotive and industrial coating environments. Skilled in surface preparation, masking, paint mixing, colour matching, primer and topcoat application, and quality control inspections. Experienced in using an Elcometer DFT gauge to verify coating thickness and ensure compliance with required quality standards.

Seeking a challenging position where I can apply my technical expertise, attention to detail, commitment to safety and passion for high-quality finishes while contributing to operational efficiency and continuous improvement.

Experience

Aircraft Painting Technician - South African Airways Technical

(2018-02 - 2023-03)

Assessed and repaired paint damage per OEM instructions.
Used SRM, AMM, CMM and TCDS references for damage assessment, repairs and materials.
Supported engineers with paint-defect information and OEM data.
Documented work and completed shift handovers.
Maintained safe, clean and compliant work areas.
Prepared, masked and painted aircraft surfaces using approved materials and methods.
Mixed and applied primers and topcoats to manufacturer specifications.
Operated spray equipment and monitored environmental conditions.
Measured dry film thickness and inspected finishes for defects.
Reported corrosion, delamination and substrate damage.
Performed approved corrective work.
Cleaned and maintained painting equipment.
Completed job cards, maintenance records and inspection documents.
Coordinated with engineering, maintenance and quality teams.
Used PPE and followed chemical-handling and hazardous-material procedures.

Mobile Spray Painter Technician - Halo ARC United Kingdom - United Kingdom

(2023-06 - 2024-12)

Prepared vehicle body panels for painting through sanding, cleaning, degreasing and surface preparation.
Masked vehicles and protected surrounding areas to prevent overspray and ensure clean paint lines.
Applied primers, basecoats and clear coats using professional spray-painting techniques.
Mixed and matched paint colours to achieve accurate colour consistency and manufacturer-required finishes.
Performed paint preparation, including identifying surface imperfections and ensuring panels were ready for coating.
Applied wet-on-wet paint systems where required to achieve smooth, high-quality finishes.
Inspected completed paintwork for defects, including runs, uneven coverage and other surface imperfections.
Carried out paint touch-ups and finishing work to meet quality standards.
Used specialised spray-painting equipment and followed appropriate workshop safety procedures.
Worked collaboratively with technicians to complete jobs efficiently and meet production deadlines.
Maintained high standards of workmanship, productivity and attention to detail.

Painter Technician Supervisor - BMW EastView

(2025-01 - 2025-12)

Prepared vehicles and body panels for painting through sanding, cleaning, masking and surface preparation.
Prepared damaged panels and vehicle body parts for repair and repainting.
Mixed and matched automotive paint colours to achieve accurate colour consistency.
Applied automotive basecoats and clear coats using professional spray-painting techniques.
Inspected painted surfaces to ensure a smooth, even and high-quality finish.
Identified paint defects and carried out touch-ups and corrective work where required.
Assisted with dent and panel preparation before the painting process.
Managed paint materials, tools and workshop supplies as part of storeman responsibilities.
Coordinated daily tasks and supported technicians to ensure efficient workflow.
Followed workshop health and safety procedures and maintained a clean working environment.
Supported team members in meeting production targets and maintaining BMW quality standards.
Performed first-aid duties as required in the workplace.