Senior Assistant, Technician – Touch-up Painting

Job Purpose

Key Accountabilities

• Ensure proper use of rollers and brushes to apply various kinds of paints on the surface.
• Ensure proper control of paint agitator.
• Perform touch-up painting according to project specifications/codes and following the drawings.
• Perform associated masking, cleaning work and disposal of waste paint and paint cans.
• Ensure all assigned works are executed safely on time.
• Ensure technical drawings and documentation such as painting specification, ITP, and painting drawing are followed.
• Ensure a valid work permit (confined space) when engaging in any activity.
• Attend safety and daily toolbox meetings and understand the risks involved with the job.
• Monitor materials usage to ensure possible shortages are identified and addressed early.
• Perform pre-painting preparations and examine finished work to ensure it meets standards.
• Inspect equipment and tools and maintain them in a condition that does not compromise safety.
• Ensure compliance with Health, Safety, Environmental and Security (HSES) responsibilities.

Qualifications & Experience

• Technical Diploma or equivalent qualification (blasting and painting apprentice).
• At least 6 to 11 years' experience in the shipyard.
• Blasting and painting experience is required.

Professional Certifications

• Preferred certified painting operator by NACE/SSPC/FROSIO or any other organizations.

Competencies

• Understanding of surface preparation and painting processes, paint marking.
• Knowledge of relevant health and safety hazards, protection equipment, coating materials, mixing, thinning, pot-life, and surface requirements.
• Inspecting paint material, equipment, and tools.
• Familiar with engineering drawings and terminology.
• Experience in using electrical or manual tools.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage/motivate a team.
• Good oral communication skills in English.
• Good communication skills (oral and written) in English and Arabic.