About the Role: Responsibilities, Skills, and Requirements
Ever picture yourself breathing new life into raw materials, transforming wood and steel into eye-catching displays seen all over the city? As a Painter — or as a vital helping hand — with In & Out Advertising, you’ll do just that. We’re on the lookout for both a seasoned Painter (especially someone who really knows their PU & NC paints) and a reliable Helper to keep our projects running smoothly in Mussafah 9, Abu Dhabi. If you have a flair for detail or love seeing your handiwork become part of something bigger (literally!), this could be your next rewarding career move.
About the Company
At In & Out Advertising, we’re not just about billboards and signs — we’re makers, problem-solvers, and collaborators who turn big ideas into tangible displays. Our workshop in Mussafah is a hive of creativity, where wood, steel, and fabrication projects come to life for everything from major events to bustling retail spaces. We’re a close-knit team who believes in straight talk, lending a hand when things get hectic, and celebrating each project win (sometimes over strong coffee or an impromptu lunch). With a steady flow of challenging work and a team that has your back, you’ll feel at home from day one.
What You’ll Be Doing
Painter
- Preparing surfaces — wood, metal, or mixed materials — for flawless paint adhesion
- Expertly applying PU (Polyurethane) and NC (Nitrocellulose) paints with a high-quality finish, whether by spray gun or brush
- Mixing and matching paint colors for custom requirements, ensuring consistent shade and texture
- Handling minor repairs, smoothing surfaces, filling joints, and sanding as needed before painting
- Maintaining tools and workspaces, keeping everything organized and safe
- Reviewing project briefs, collaborating with fabricators and designers to meet tight deadlines
- Assisting with occasional on-site installations at events or client locations
Helper
- Supporting the Painter with prep work: sanding, cleaning, taping, and moving materials
- Mixing paints, carrying finished pieces, and helping to set up job sites
- Handling cleanup, waste disposal, and the care of tools and equipment
- Pitching in wherever needed — no two days are exactly alike!
What You’ll Bring
Must-Haves
- For Painters: Demonstrated experience with PU & NC paint applications, ideally on wood and metal
- A strong eye for detail and pride in delivering a clean, professional finish
- Comfort working hands-on in a workshop — some days are fast-paced, others more methodical
- Solid work ethic, reliability, and a willingness to learn new skills
- Basic communication skills (English or Hindi preferred) for effective teamwork
Nice-to-Haves
- Previous experience with advertising, events, or fabrication companies
- UAE experience and familiarity with local safety practices
- For Helpers: Eagerness to develop painting skills and grow within the team
Not sure you tick every box? We’d still love to hear from you.
Why You’ll Love Working Here
- Competitive, timely pay and overtime opportunities for big projects
- A supportive team culture — you’ll never be “just a number” here
- Real skill-building: learn woodwork, fabrication, painting, and more
- Practical benefits: uniforms, safety gear, and kitchen space for your breaks
- Stability from an established company with regular, varied projects
You’ll join a group that values doing things right, enjoys a joke on a busy day, and takes pride in seeing their creations around Abu Dhabi and beyond. If that sounds like your next team, let’s connect!
Common Interview Questions and Tips
To help you prepare and feel confident, here are some questions you might encounter during the interview process for this role.
- Can you walk us through your process for preparing both wood and metal surfaces to ensure optimal paint adhesion, especially when using PU and NC paints?
- Have you previously matched custom paint colors to meet a specific client or design brief? How do you ensure color and texture consistency across multiple pieces?
- What techniques do you use to achieve a clean, professional finish when applying paint with a spray gun versus a brush? Are there any common mistakes you take steps to avoid?
- Tell us about a time you had to meet a tight project deadline. How did you collaborate with the rest of your workshop team to get everything done?
- How do you ensure safety and organization in your workspace, especially during high-pressure periods or large-scale installations?
- If you noticed minor surface imperfections, such as joints that aren’t filled correctly or rough patches after sanding, how would you handle these issues before moving forward with painting?
- As a Helper, how would you handle learning a new skill that’s unfamiliar to you? Can you share an example of how you picked up a hands-on task quickly in the past?
- Describe a situation where you had to switch priorities mid-day because a project requirement changed unexpectedly. How did you adapt and support your teammates?
- In our workshop, everyone pitches in and sometimes the schedule gets hectic. Can you share how you stay motivated and supportive of others during busy or stressful times?
- Communication is key on our team—how do you ensure you understand and follow instructions, even if there are language barriers or things get noisy in the shop?
- What interests you most about working with a creative team that builds custom displays for events, retail, and city spaces?
- Our team culture values humor and celebrating wins together. How do you contribute to a positive and collaborative work environment, especially when deadlines get tight?
- Why do you think you’ll thrive in a role where both routine tasks and unexpected challenges are part of the day-to-day