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Yacht Fairers Jobs in Chon Buri, Thailand at Yacht Refit Asia / Superyacht Painters
Title: Yacht Fairers
Company: Yacht Refit Asia / Superyacht Painters
Location: Chon Buri, Thailand
Company Description Our company, Yacht Refit Asia / Superyacht Painters, specializes in high-quality paint services for superyacht new builds and refits, covering both major exterior and interior projects as well as smaller repairs. With business hubs in Europe and Asia, we support projects worldwide to ensure clients receive consistent, reliable service wherever their vessels are located. We maintain strict standards of excellence by continually reviewing and improving our processes, keeping pace with the latest trade skills and technologies. Our teams are known for delivering exceptional finishes within agreed budgets and contractual time frames. Customer satisfaction is a core value, and we focus on exceeding expectations and building long-term relationships with superyacht owners, shipyards, and industry partners.
Role Description The Yacht Fairer role is a full-time, Day-to-day responsibilities include surface preparation of yacht exteriors and interiors, fairing and filling to achieve perfection, and working closely with paint teams to ensure optimal surfaces for high-end coatings. The role involves sanding, grinding, and shaping composite and metal structures, applying fairing compounds, and checking fairness with guides and templates. Yacht Fairers collaborate with supervisors and colleagues to meet project schedules, follow safety procedures, and maintain a clean, organised work area. The position requires attention to detail, consistent workmanship, and adherence to quality standards for superyacht finishes.
Qualifications
- Strong fairing and surface preparation skills, including sanding, filling, and shaping on composite and metal substrates.
- Experience working with marine coatings and paint systems, and understanding of how fairing supports high-quality finishes.
- Ability to read and follow technical instructions, drawings, and project specifications related to yacht structures and surfaces.
- Knowledge of safe use of hand tools, power tools, and materials, and commitment to health, safety, and environmental best practices.
- Previous experience in yacht, shipyard, marine, or automotive bodywork environments is highly beneficial.
- Good teamwork and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate in a multicultural environment and follow supervisory direction.
- High level of manual dexterity, physical stamina, and ability to work on scaffolding, in confined spaces, and in varying weather conditions.
- Willingness to learn new techniques, adapt to evolving processes, and maintain consistent quality within time and budget constraints.
- Basic English communication skills are an advantage; additional language abilities are welcome.
