Deck Coating Inspector

AGAP2, part of the MoOngy Group , operates across 14 European countries , providing engineering and technical consulting services.

Since 2018, AGAP2 Italy has been active nationwide in the following sectors: Energy, Oil & Gas, Steel, Hydrogen, Power Generation, and Construction .

ABOUT THE ROLE – Deck Coating Inspector

We are looking for a Coating Inspector with experience in surface preparation, painting, and protective coating systems within the Oil & Gas or heavy industrial sector .

The selected candidate will report to the Deck Yard QC Superintendent and will be responsible for monitoring and inspecting all surface preparation and coating activities to ensure compliance with project specifications, industry standards, and client requirements .

This role is critical in preventing corrosion and ensuring the durability and integrity of structural and piping systems operating in harsh offshore and oil & gas environments.

Key Responsibilities

Inspection & Quality Control

• Inspect surface preparation activities including blasting, grinding, and cleaning.
• Monitor coating applications such as primers, intermediate coats, and multi-coat systems.
• Verify environmental conditions (humidity, temperature, dew point) before and during coating application.
• Conduct inspections using specialized tools such as DFT gauges, surface profile comparators, holiday detectors, and adhesion testers .

Documentation & Reporting

• Maintain inspection records, test reports, batch certifications, and material traceability documentation .
• Prepare daily inspection reports, checklists, and Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs) when required.
• Verify that coating systems meet the required Dry Film Thickness (DFT) and applicable standards (SSPC, NACE, ISO ).

Compliance & Standards

• Ensure all coating activities follow approved Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs) , project specifications, and client requirements.
• Confirm the use of approved coating materials and verify expiry dates and proper storage conditions .
• Monitor blasting media cleanliness and surface profile in accordance with contractual specifications.

Coordination

• Coordinate with construction, QA/QC, and HSE teams to ensure coating activities align with project schedules and safety procedures.
• Interface with third-party inspectors and client representatives during hold points and witness inspections .

Safety & Environmental

• Ensure safety procedures are followed during blasting and painting operations , including confined space work and proper use of PPE .
• Monitor the handling and disposal of hazardous materials in accordance with environmental regulations.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong knowledge of industrial coating systems , including epoxy, polyurethane, zinc-rich primers, and fireproofing systems.
• Familiarity with relevant industry standards such as NACE, SSPC, ISO 12944, ASTM, and API standards .
• Proficiency in the use and calibration of coating inspection instruments .
• Strong reporting, communication, and coordination skills .
• High attention to detail with a strong quality and safety-oriented mindset .

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited university in Engineering or a related discipline.
• Minimum 5 years of professional experience in coating inspection or related quality control roles.
• Excellent spoken and written English , including the ability to prepare technical reports and documentation.

The World Needs You

AGAP2 is an equal opportunity employer . We believe that diversity enriches our organization and promotes innovation.

We welcome applications regardless of age, gender, nationality, disability, sexual orientation, religion, or marital status .

Special attention is given to candidates belonging to protected categories in accordance with Italian Law 68/99 (Articles 1 and 18) .

Personal data will be processed in compliance with EU Regulation 2016/679 (GDPR) .