Painter at Biase Plantations Limited

Biase Plantations Limited is a subsidiary of Wilmar International Limited, Singapore, one of Asia’s leading agribusiness groups. Incorporated on 9 February 2011, Biase Plantations Limited has established itself as a major player in Nigeria’s palm oil industry. The company operates an integrated oil palm project in Cross River State, Nigeria, covering over 34,000 hectares of plantations and a state-of-the-art palm oil mill. It stands as a cornerstone of Nigeria’s palm oil sector, combining large-scale plantation management with advanced processing facilities, and contributing to both local and global agribusiness growth.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Painter

Location: Mbarakom, Akamkpa Local Government Area - Cross River
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Purpose

• To carry out painting and surface protection works on buildings, equipment, pipelines, tanks, and other structures within the palm oil mill and residential areas, ensuring that assets are properly maintained, protected against corrosion, and presented in a clean and professional condition.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare surfaces by scraping, sanding, wire brushing, and cleaning.
• Apply primer, undercoat, and finish coats using brushes, rollers, or spray equipment.
• Paint buildings, walls, ceilings, doors, windows, and steel structures.
• Apply protective coatings to tanks, pipelines, handrails, and machinery.
• Carry out line marking and safety color coding in accordance with company standards.
• Mix paints, thinners, and coatings to specified ratios.
• Repair minor plaster defects and surface imperfections before painting.
• Erect and use ladders, scaffolds, and access equipment safely.
• Store paints, solvents, and tools properly.
• Maintain good housekeeping in work areas.
• Report damaged surfaces, corrosion, and material shortages.
• Comply with all health, safety, and environmental requirements.
• Perform any other duties assigned by the supervisor.

Daily Tasks

• Inspect assigned work areas.
• Prepare tools, paints, and materials.
• Clean and prepare surfaces.
• Carry out painting and touch-up work.
• Clean equipment after use.
• Return unused materials to the store.
• Report completed work and defects observed.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Quality and finish of painted surfaces
• Timely completion of painting jobs
• Compliance with safety procedures
• Minimal paint wastage
• Housekeeping standard
• Condition and appearance of company assets.

Qualifications & Experience

• Minimum of Senior Secondary School Certificate (SSCE) or equivalent.
• Trade Test Certificate in Painting and Decoration is an added advantage.
• 1–3 years of experience in industrial or building painting.
• Experience in a manufacturing or palm oil mill environment is an advantage.

Technical Skills:

• Surface preparation
• Brush, roller, and spray painting
• Paint mixing
• Minor wall repairs
• Work-at-height practices:

Behavioral Competencies:

• Attention to detail
• Safety consciousness
• Reliability and punctuality
• Teamwork
• Ability to follow instructions
• Good housekeeping
• Physical stamina.

Salary
N125,000 - N150,000 monthly. 

Application Closing Date
6th June, 2026.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should submit their application letters addressed to the General Manager, Biase Plantations Limited; CVs; two passport size photographs; and other relevant documents/credentials to: victor.alicha@ng.wilmar-intl.com & edak.edet@ng.wilmar-intl.com using the job title as the subject of the mail.
Or
Hand-deliver Applications to:
The General Manager,
Biase Plantations Limited, Calaro Estate,
Mbarakom, Akamkpa Local Government Area,
Cross River State.