Coating Inspector (F/H)

As a Coating Inspector, you will be responsible for ensuring that coatings applied to various surfaces and materials meet quality and performance standards. You will work on construction sites or in production facilities, inspecting and testing coatings applied to surfaces to protect against corrosion, weathering, or other damage.

Duration: 1 year

Start date: October 2025

Job description

The main responsibilities of the Coating Inspector include, but are not limited to:

• Inspect coatings applied to surfaces, such as pipelines, tanks, bridges, and buildings, according to industry standards and client requirements
• Perform adhesion, thickness, and hardness tests on coatings using tools such as adhesion testers, thickness gauges, and hardness testers
• Ensure that coatings meet specifications and are applied correctly, identifying defects and recommending remedial actions
• Record and report inspection results, including documenting non-conformance and preparing reports for clients and project managers
• Monitor inspection equipment, ensuring that it is calibrated and in good working order
• Provide guidance to contractors and other personnel on coating application and inspection techniques
• Conduct site inspections to assess coating conditions and recommend maintenance or repair work as needed
  

Profile required

• Must be able to speak German
• FROSIO or NACE Level 3 certification
• GW 15  Certification is a must
• Minimum 3 years experience in pipeline construction
• Experience in pipeline coating inspections or a related field
• Knowledge of coatings types, application methods, and industry standards (ISO, NACE etc)
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications