Paint Supervisor / Coating Inspector

Our client in the steel industry is urgently seeking an experienced Paint Supervisor / Coating Inspector to oversee surface preparation, mixing, coating, corrosion control, and inspection processes.

The ideal candidate will have strong technical knowledge of industrial coatings, corrosion protection systems, and proven experience in the steel sector.

This role requires strict adherence to quality standards, coating specifications, and safety procedures.

Key Responsibilities

Painting, Coating & Corrosion Control Supervision

• Oversee all surface preparation activities, including cleaning, blasting, and profiling.
• Supervise paint mixing, coating application, curing, and corrosion?control processes.
• Ensure correct coating and corrosion?protection systems are applied according to project specifications.
• Monitor environmental conditions and ensure compliance with coating and corrosion?control requirements.

Inspection & Quality Control

• Conduct inspections before, during, and after coating application.
• Verify surface preparation standards, coating thickness, adhesion, curing, and corrosion?control effectiveness.
• Identify defects and ensure corrective actions are implemented.
• Maintain accurate inspection records and quality documentation.

Operational Oversight

• Coordinate daily work activities with production teams.
• Ensure safety standards and PPE compliance at all times.
• Manage workflow, timelines, and quality expectations.
• Provide technical guidance to painters and assistants.

Minimum Requirements

• At least 5 years’ experience as a Paint or Coating Inspector in the steel industry.
• Strong corrosion control experience (mandatory).
• Coating Inspector Qualification (e.g., NACE, SAQCC, or equivalent).
• Strong experience in surface preparation, paint mixing, coating application, and corrosion?protection systems.
• Ability to interpret technical specifications and coating data sheets.
• Strong leadership and supervisory skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and quality?driven mindset.