Blasting And Painting Supervisor

Role & responsibilities

• Plan, supervise, and execute all blasting and painting activities in accordance with project specifications and standards (e.g., SSPC, NACE, ISO).
• Ensure surface preparation and coating application meets required Dry Film Thickness (DFT), profile, and adhesion standards.
• Coordinate daily tasks and resources with production teams, project managers, and quality personnel to ensure timely project execution.
• Monitor and maintain blasting and painting equipment to ensure proper functionality and safety.
• Ensure safe operations in the paint shop and yard, adhering to HSE standards and PPE compliance.
• Track material usage and optimize paint and consumable consumption while maintaining quality.
• Maintain accurate records of paint usage, DFT measurements, environmental conditions, and quality checks.
• Conduct inspections and prepare documentation for internal quality control and third-party/client inspections.
• Handle painting procedure approvals, Pre-Qualification Tests (PQT), and sample testing with external labs as required.
• Identify causes of rework or defects and implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
• Coordinate with the Purchase team to ensure timely procurement and delivery of paints, abrasives, and other consumables.
• Support in forecasting paint and consumable needs and maintaining optimal inventory levels.
• Provide technical support during audits, inspections, and Pre-Dispatch Inspections (PDI).
• Ensure all documentation is maintained in compliance with ISO/IMS or customer-specific requirements.
• Lead or assist in training programs related to blasting and painting techniques, safety, and quality standards.

Required Competencies

• Familiarity with standards like SSPC, NACE, ISO 8501, and ASTM related to blasting and coating.
• Blasting Techniques - Proficient in abrasive blasting, shot blasting, or grit blasting, including media selection and profile specification.
• Painting & Coating Systems - Understanding of industrial coatings, including epoxy, polyurethane, zinc-rich primers, and fireproofing systems.
• Coating Application Methods - Experience with airless spray, brush/roller application, and plural-component systems.
• Coating Inspection & Testing - Competency in using tools like DFT gauges, holiday detectors, and adhesion testers.
• Familiar with inspection procedures as per SSPC-PA2, ISO 19840, etc.
• Environmental & Safety Compliance - Knowledge of HSE standards (e.g., confined space entry, fume extraction, PPE requirements) in coating operations.
• Material & Equipment Handling - Familiar with blasting pots, compressors, spray pumps, and coating storage protocols.

Desired Qualification & Experience

• Diploma / B.E. / B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering or Paint Technology
• 512 years of experience in industrial blasting & painting operations