Dalkia Engineering is currently seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Painting Inspector to support ongoing work at the Urenco site in Chester. This key role is responsible for ensuring that all painting and coating activities are carried out in strict compliance with project specifications, industry standards, and quality assurance protocols. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in surface preparation, coating systems, and inspection techniques, with a commitment to safety, precision, and continuous improvement. If you’re looking to contribute to a high-profile project within a dynamic team, we encourage you to apply.
Who We’re Looking For:
1. Site Management Safety Training Scheme (SMSTS)
2. NACE Coating Inspector Certification (Level 1)
3. IPAF Certification for Mobile Vertical and Mobile Boom platforms
4. A proactive, solution-oriented mindset with a strong sense of efficiency and organisation
5. Able to remain calm, focused, and effective when working under pressure
6. Exceptional attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy and excellence
7. IRATA Rope Access Certification (Level 1) (desirable)
8. PASMA Certification for Mobile Scaffold Towers (desirable)
9. Quality Assurance Training (desirable)
What’s on Offer
Our people are our greatest asset. We’re committed to recruiting, training, and developing people, who can drive innovation and help shape the future of energy. We invest in nurturing talent, offer a competitive base salary and a comprehensive benefits package, and support continuous professional development at every level of the organisation.
10. 40 hours per week (Monday to Friday 8:00 -16:30)
11. Medical Health Cover
12. Life Assurance
13. 25 days of annual leave, plus 1 additional day for your birthday
14. Pension Scheme
15. Car Allowance
16. Family Friendly policies (Enhanced maternity & paternity)
17. My Perks (after probation) interest free tech loans
18. Real career progression opportunities.
19. Discretionary annual salary reviews
What you’ll be doing
20. Inspect surface preparation and painting/coating processes to verify compliance with project specifications, safety regulations, and applicable codes (e.g., NACE, SSPC, ISO).
21. Conduct visual and instrumental inspections (e.g., DFT, WFT, adhesion testing) before, during, and after application.
22. Monitor environmental conditions (e.g., temperature, humidity, dew point) to ensure suitable conditions for coating applications.
23. Review and approve contractor painting procedures, material certifications, and inspection records.
24. Document and report inspection findings; issue non-conformance reports (NCRs) as required.
25. Coordinate with project engineers, contractors, and compliance teams to resolve issues and ensure project milestones are achieved.
26. Ensure all coating and inspection activities are carried out in accordance with safety standards and best practices.
27. Maintain comprehensive inspection logs and prepare daily or weekly reports as needed.
28. Participate in pre-job meetings, final inspections, and handover documentation reviews.
Diversity and Inclusion
At Dalkia, we believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce is essential to driving innovation and achieving a sustainable energy future. We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to thrive regardless of background, identity, or lived experience. We welcome applications from all individuals and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Together, we’re building a culture that reflects the communities we serve and supports the transition to a net-zero world.
About Us
Dalkia is a leading technical and energy services company in the UK. We are committed to building quality relationships to drive long term value for our clients. Backed by EDF, Britain’s biggest generator of low carbon electricity, we leverage the strength of our Group, without losing the personability of a smaller business. We’re a people-first culture.
Our strength lies in the diversity and expertise of our people. We prioritise safety in everything we do, taking a proactive approach that ensures the health, safety and wellbeing of everyone we interact with.
Dalkia Engineering: Partnering with our customers, we co-create, design and deliver energy-efficient mechanical, electrical and public health solutions faster, safer and better than ever before.