Painting Inspector

Job Summary

We are looking for an experienced Painting & Coating Inspector to join our onshore site-based project in Abu Dhabi. The successful candidate will be responsible for inspecting and monitoring painting and coating activities to ensure compliance with project specifications, approved procedures, international standards, and client requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct inspection of surface preparation, blasting, painting and coating activities at site.
• Verify surface cleanliness, surface profile, environmental conditions and coating application parameters.
• Inspect coating materials, batch numbers, shelf life, mixing ratios and application procedures.
• Monitor and witness coating application in accordance with approved ITPs, procedures and project specifications.
• Perform and verify DFT (Dry Film Thickness) measurements and other applicable coating inspection tests.
• Inspect coating systems for defects such as pinholes, runs, sags, holidays, cracking, blistering and poor adhesion.
• Witness and review applicable holiday testing, adhesion testing and other coating-related tests.
• Ensure proper calibration and validity of coating inspection equipment.
• Review relevant MTCs, technical datasheets, MSDS, inspection reports and coating records.
• Raise and follow up on NCRs, observations and corrective actions related to coating activities.
• Ensure compliance with applicable international standards, project specifications and client requirements.
• Prepare daily inspection reports, coating inspection records and relevant documentation.
• Coordinate with QA/QC, construction teams, contractors and client representatives.
• Ensure all inspection activities are properly documented and traceable.

Desired Candidate Profile

• Minimum 8 years of inspection experience in the Oil & Gas, Petrochemical, Refinery or related industries.
• Valid BGAS Grade 2, NACE Level II or equivalent internationally recognized coating inspection certification.
• Certification should have been obtained at least 3 years ago, with current validity/renewal status.
• Strong knowledge of surface preparation, abrasive blasting, protective coating systems and painting inspection.
• Good understanding of applicable coating standards, specifications, ITPs and inspection procedures.
• ADNOC project/site experience is highly preferred.
• Previous experience working on site-based Oil & Gas projects is required.
• Good communication, reporting and coordination skills.
• Ability to work independently in a demanding site environment.
• Immediately available candidates are strongly preferred.

Preferred Experience

• Previous experience on ADNOC projects or ADNOC-approved sites.
• Experience with major Oil & Gas, refinery and petrochemical projects in the UAE/GCC.
• Familiarity with client inspection procedures and documentation requirements.
• UAE/GCC site experience will be an added advantage.