Coating Inspector

Job description

• Inspection Activities Conduct inspection of surface preparation (blasting, cleaning). Verify surface cleanliness as per standards (SA 2.5 / SA 3).

Measure and record

Surface profile (anchor profile)

Dust contamination Monitor coating application including

Primer, intermediate, and finish coats Stripe coating

Coating Inspection Check and record

• Wet Film Thickness (WFT)

Dry Film Thickness (DFT) Perform and assist in: Holiday testing Adhesion testing Ensure correct application techniques are followed.

Environmental Monitoring Record environmental parameters

• Ambient temperature Surface temperature Relative humidity Dew point Ensure coating application is carried out within permissible conditions.
• Material Verification Verify paint materials against approved datasheets.

Check

Batch numbers Shelf life Storage conditions Ensure proper mixing ratios and induction times are followed.

• Documentation Maintain inspection records and logs. Prepare Daily Inspection Reports (DIR). Update coating inspection registers. Assist in preparation of QA/QC documentation dossier.
• ITP Compliance Follow and implement Inspection & Test Plan (ITP). Witness and record hold/witness points as per project requirements. Raise inspection requests (IRs) as required.
• Non-Conformance Handling Identify deviations from specifications. Report issues to supervisor. Assist in closing NCRs and verifying corrective actions.
• Coordination Coordinate with: Production/blasting/painting teams QA/QC supervisors and engineers Client inspectors/TPIs Support smooth inspection clearance.

Qualifications

Diploma Mechanical Engineering (DME)