About this role
SECTION I: Job Summary
The QC Inspector – Coating performs inspection and testing of surface preparation and protective coating/painting activities to verify compliance with drawings, specifications, and applicable standards.
SECTION II: Job Analysis
Duties & Responsibilities
· Perform in-process and final inspections on surface preparation and coating/painting works.
· Verify surface preparation (blasting profile, cleanliness) against specifications (e.g., SSPC/NACE standards).
· Witness coating application, DFT/WFT checks, holiday testing, and adhesion tests per the ITP.
· Verify environmental conditions (humidity, dew point, temperature) prior to coating application.
· Verify materials and batch certificates against approved coating specifications.
· Record inspection results and raise Non-Conformance Reports as required.
· Coordinate hold points and inspections with client/third-party inspectors.
· Maintain inspection records, checklists, and daily QC reports.
· Verify calibration status of measuring and test equipment (gauges, holiday detectors) used on site.
· Support punch-list generation and verification of closure for coating works.
· Support preparation of quality documentation for coating handover dossiers.
Requirements
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SECTION III: Performance Indicators
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Evaluated Based on
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· Inspection accuracy and completeness
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· Timely identification and reporting of non-conformances
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· First-time inspection pass rate on assigned work fronts
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· Adherence to inspection schedules/hold points
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· Quality of inspection documentation
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SECTION IV: Required Skills & Abilities
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Core Competencies
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Attention to Detail
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Integrity
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Analytical Thinking
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Communication Skills
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Time Management
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Technical Skills
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· Coating/Painting Inspection Techniques
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· Surface Preparation Standards (SSPC/NACE)
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· DFT/WFT, Holiday & Adhesion Testing
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· Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs)
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· Measuring & Testing Equipment Use
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· QC Documentation & Reporting
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SECTION V: Required Experience and Education
Experience
- · 5–8 years of experience as a QC Inspector on coating/painting application projects.
Education
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· Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Civil Engineering.
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· NACE/coating inspection certification (e.g., NACE Level II) preferred.