Coating Inspector Offshore

Job Description:

We are seeking two experienced Coating Inspectors to oversee pipeline field joint coating operations and ensure quality compliance during offshore pipelay on a laybarge.

Key Responsibilities:

• Monitor and supervise field joint coating application (e.g., FBE, 3LPE, heat-shrink sleeves, PU foam, etc.) on the laybarge.
• Verify surface preparation, environmental conditions, and coating parameters.
• Conduct holiday detection, adhesion testing, and thickness measurement as per the ITP.
• Ensure traceability of coating materials and proper handling/storage onboard.
• Prepare and maintain detailed inspection reports and submit daily progress updates.

Requirements:

• 10-15 years’ coating inspection experience in offshore pipeline projects.
• 10 years’ experience as Client representative
• Certification in coating inspection – e.g., NACE Level 2 / FROSIO Level III or equivalent but minimum Level 2.
• Familiarity with offshore field joint coating systems and equipment.
• Strong knowledge of coating standards (ISO, DNV, NORSOK).
• Offshore survival and medical certification (valid BOSIET/FOET with CA-EBS, OGUK or equivalent).