Job description

Key Responsibilities

Coating Inspection & Application

• Inspect surface preparation (blasting) and ensure required cleanliness and profile standards.
• Monitor coating application (3LPE, FBE, paint systems) including thickness and adhesion tests.
• Check environmental conditions (temperature, humidity, dew point) before and during coating.

Quality Testing & Verification

• Perform holiday detection, adhesion, impact, and hardness tests on coated surfaces.
• Witness and verify repair of coating defects.
• Ensure compliance with coating material specifications and manufacturer’s recommendations.

Documentation & Reporting

• Maintain daily coating inspection records, log sheets, and test reports.
• Prepare weekly coating inspection summaries for management and client.
• Issue non-conformance reports (NCR) and follow up on corrective actions.

Coordination & Compliance

• Coordinate with coating subcontractor and QC teams.
• Attend progress meetings and support client inspections.
• Ensure all works meet project specifications, ISO, and international standards.

Skills

Qualifications & Experience

• Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering
• Minimum 6 years experience as Coating Inspector in Oil & Gas pipeline projects.
• Valid certifications: NACE Level II / III or BGAS-CSWIP (mandatory).
• Thorough knowledge of pipeline external/internal coating systems.