The incumbent will be responsible for the planning, execution, control, and delivery of corrosion protection projects, with a specific focus on surface preparation, blasting, painting, and scaffolding activities. To position Kraatz as a trusted technical authority in corrosion protection, through the outsourcing of specialist coating inspection services, the development of future technical capability.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
Project Execution, Control, Technical Authority & Quality Assurance
- Plan, execute, and manage corrosion protection projects from mobilisation to final acceptance.
- Develop and manage project execution plans, method statements, ITPs, and quality documentation.
- Coordinate blasting, painting, scaffolding, and inspection activities.
- Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to specification.
- Act as the technical authority for surface preparation standards, coating application, and environmental controls.
- Ensure compliance with client specifications, international standards, and company quality requirements.
- Manage NCRs, corrective actions, and final close-out documentation.
Contractor, Workforce Management & Client Interface
- Lead and coordinate coating crews, blasting teams, and scaffolding contractors.
- Ensure effective allocation of resources, equipment, and consumables.
- Monitor productivity, workmanship, and safety performance.
- Drive training, competence, and discipline on site.
- Act as the primary point of contact for clients on corrosion protection scope.
- Attend progress meetings, inspections, audits, and walk-downs.
- Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly progress, quality, and close-out reports.
- Support tendering and provide technical input for future projects.
HSSE Leadership
- Enforce strict compliance with HSSE standards and procedures.
- Ensure safe execution of confined space work, working at height, blasting, and coating operations.
- Lead toolbox talks, safety meetings, and incident investigations.
Third-Party Coating Inspection Services
- Act as an independent coating and corrosion inspector for external clients.
- Represent the company as a neutral, competent, and standards-driven technical authority.
- Perform coating inspections and audits of surface preparation and application practices.
- Conduct compliance assessments against international standards and client specifications.
- Issue inspection reports, NCRs, corrective recommendations, and acceptance documentation.
- Maintain professional integrity and enforce technical standards.
Industry and National Skills Contribution
- Support National Qualifications Authority (NQA) and industry bodies in curriculum and qualification development.
- Provide subject-matter expertise aligned with international best practices and local industry needs.
- Contribute to the professionalisation of corrosion protection within the national skills framework.
- Enhance company visibility and credibility as an industry thought leader.
People Management and Leadership
- Provide clear leadership and direction to project teams.
- Promote accountability, consistency, and high performance.
- Mentor and develop junior inspectors, supervisors, and technicians.
- Manage discipline, grievances, and performance in line with company policies.
- Foster a culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
Minimum Qualification & Experience Requirement:
- Relevant technical qualification in Corrosion Protection, Coatings Technology, Mechanical, Chemical, or Industrial Engineering.
- Trade-based qualification with strong coatings and corrosion specialization.
- Minimum 10+ years’ experience in a coating and corrosion control environment.
- Experience in industrial, marine, oil & gas, mining, or renewable energy projects.
- AMPP/NACE Coating Inspector (Level 2 or 3).
- SSPC/ISO coating and corrosion control experience and/or Project Management certification.
The company ONLY accept applications via their career portal. Interested candidates can apply via the link below:
Apply online via: O&L Career Portal
