Senior Coatings Specialist
Location: Cheltenham, Gloucestershire
The role
We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Coating Specialist to provide technical leadership on coatings and corrosion protection systems across our production operations.
You will act as a subject matter expert, ensuring all coating processes meet strict quality, regulatory, and client standards. This role involves working cross-functionally with engineering, suppliers, and production teams to deliver robust, compliant, and high-performing coating solutions.
Key responsibilities
* Provide expert guidance on coatings for production and engineer-to-order projects
* Interpret and review client and project coating specifications
* Liaise with suppliers and contractors to develop effective coating solutions
* Verify surface preparation methods and cleanliness standards
* Carry out inspections of coating applications to ensure compliance
* Monitor environmental conditions affecting coating performance
* Measure and record wet and dry film thickness (WFT/DFT)
* Conduct and witness testing (adhesion, curing, holiday detection)
* Identify non-conformances and implement corrective actions
* Maintain detailed inspection reports, records, and documentation
* Support project handovers through final inspections and coating dossiers
* Act with authority to stop work where quality or safety standards are at risk
Your experience
* Strong experience in coating inspection and surface treatment
* Proven experience with industrial coatings on steel or metallic substrates
* Background working within quality-driven environments and procedures
* Engineering degree, HND, or HNC (or equivalent STEM qualification)
* Experience within industries such as oil & gas, energy, marine, or heavy engineering (desirable)
* Knowledge of ISO 9001 and continuous improvement methodologies (desirable)
Certifications (required)
* FROSIO Level 3
* AMPP (NACE/SSPC) CIP Level 2 or 3
* ICorr Level 2 or 3
* DIN Certified Coating Inspector
Your skills
* Strong leadership and communication skills
* High attention to detail with a commitment to quality
* Ability to work independently and make sound technical decisions
* Confident in enforcing standards and resolving quality issues
* Excellent reporting and documentation skills
* Ability to collaborate effectively with internal teams and external partners
* Professional, proactive, and solution-focused approach
Benefits
You will receive a competitive salary (and a discretionary bonus), flexible working and excellent benefits including 27 days holiday allowance (before bank holidays), 3 days’ paid volunteering leave, comprehensive private healthcare, enhanced pension plan, life assurance, optional participation in a Share Ownership Plan, free onsite parking, flexible benefits, and access to a personal discounts’ portal.
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