Painting Superintendent - #1131498

Key Responsibilities

Technical & Execution

• Supervise surface preparation and coating works on jack-up rigs, including hull, legs, spud cans, decks, tanks, piping, and offshore structures.

• Ensure correct execution of blasting, water jetting, mechanical cleaning, priming, intermediate, and topcoat applications.

• Interpret coating specifications, paint schemes, data sheets, and project requirements.

• Control environmental conditions (temperature, humidity, dew point) during painting activities.

Project & Coordination

• Coordinate with Hull, Piping, Mechanical, Scaffolding, and Access teams to ensure work readiness.

• Liaise with Client, Class, Paint Manufacturer Representatives, and third-party coating inspectors.

• Plan manpower, equipment, consumables, and work sequences to meet tight schedules.

• Monitor daily progress, productivity, and material consumption.

Quality Control

• Ensure compliance with approved ITPs, coating procedures, and paint manufacturer guidelines.

• Supervise inspection activities including surface profile, DFT, adhesion testing, and holiday testing.

• Maintain coating records, daily reports, inspection logs, and as-built documentation.

Safety & Compliance

• Enforce shipyard HSE policies related to blasting, painting, chemical handling, and working at height.

• Ensure compliance with PTW, confined space entry, and ventilation requirements.

• Conduct toolbox talks and risk assessments specific to coating activities.

Qualifications & Experience

Mandatory

• Diploma or equivalent technical qualification (Engineering / Coatings / Marine).

• Minimum 5 – 8 years’ experience in offshore or shipyard painting works.

• At least 5 years as Painting / Coating Superintendent on jack-up rigs or offshore units.

• Proven experience managing large-scale blasting and painting campaigns.

Technical Knowledge

• Offshore coating standards (NORSOK, IMO PSPC, ISO 12944).

• Blasting standards (SA 2.5, SSPC, water jetting grades).

• Epoxy, polyurethane, zinc, fireproofing, and specialized offshore coatings.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong leadership and contractor management skills.

• Good understanding of productivity, material control, and cost impact.

• Ability to work under high-pressure dry-dock schedules.

• Clear communication with clients, inspectors, and production teams.

Working Conditions

• Shipyard and onboard jack-up rig environment.

• Exposure to weather-dependent operations and extended working hours.