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Purpose of Position:

The incumbent will be responsible for the planning, execution, control, and delivery of corrosion protection projects, with a specific focus on surface preparation, blasting, painting, and scaffolding activities. To position Kraatz as a trusted technical authority in corrosion protection, through the outsourcing of specialist coating inspection services, the development of future technical capability.    

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Qualifications/Key Requirements:

• Relevant technical qualification in Corrosion Protection / Coatings Technology / Mechanical/ Chemical /Industrial Engineering                                 
• Trade-based qualification with strong coatings and corrosion specialization                        
• 10+ years’ experience in coating and corrosion control environment        
• Experience in industrial, marine, oil & gas, mining, or renewable energy projects
• AMPP/NACE Coating Inspector (Level 2 or 3)           
• SSPC/ISO coating and corrosion control environments / Project Management certification               

Key Accountabilities:                                                

Project Execution,Control, Technical Authority & Quality Assurance

• Plan, execute, and manage corrosion protection projects from mobilisation to final acceptance                                                              
• Develop and manage project execution plans, method statements and ITPS and quality documentation                                                               
• Coordinate blasting, painting, scaffolding, and inspection activities                                   
• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to specification
• Act as the technical authority for surface preparation standards, coating system application and environmental controls and inspections                                                                
• Ensure compliance with client specifications, international standrads, Kraatz quality requirements                                                                   
• Manage NCRs, corrective actions, and final close-out documentation                                                                                                        

Contractor,Workforce Management & Client Interface & Reporting

• Lead and coordinate coating crews, blasting teams and scaffolding contractors
• Ensure correct allocation of resources, equipment, and consumables
• Monitor productivity, workmanship, and safety performance
• Drive training, competence, and discipline on site                                                               
• Act as a primary point of contract for clients on corrosion protection scope
• Attend progress meetings, inspections, audits, and walk-downs                                        
• Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly progress reports, quality and close-out dossiers
• Support tendering and technical input for future projects where required                                                                                                                                                                                                

HSSE Leadership                                                                    

• Enforce strict compliance with HSSE standards and procedures                                         
• Ensure safe execution of confined space work, working at height (scaffolding), blasting and coating operations and lead toolbox talks, safety meetings and incident investigations                                                                      

Third Party Coating Inspection Services                                                                   

• Act as a third-party / independent coating and corrosion inspector, outsourced by Kraatz to external companies and clients                                                            
• Represent Kraatz as a neutral, competent, and standards-driven technical authority
• Perform independent coating inspections, audits of surface preparation and application practices                                                             
• Compliance assessments against international standards and client specifications
• Issue technical inspections and reports, non-conformance findings and corrective recommendations and acceptance and release documentation where mandated       
• Protect Kraatz professional reputation through ethical conduct and technical impartiality and enforce standards   

Industry and National Skills Contribution                                                                           

• Assist the National Qualifications Authority (NQA) and relevant industry bodies with development of curriculum content, review of qualification standards           
• Provide subject-matter expertise aligned to international best practice, local industry needs, safety and quality expectations
• Contribute to the prefessionalisation of corrosion protection within the national skills framework
• Enhance Kraatz visinility and credibility as an industry thought leader                                                                                                                                                       

People management and leadership duties                                                                                    

• Provide clear instructions and leadership to project teams 
• Promote accountability, consistency, and high performance
• Mentor and develop junior inpectors, supervisors, and technicians
• Manage discipline, grievances, and performnace in line with company policies
• Foster a culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement                                                                                                                           

Closing date: 22 April 2026                                                                                                                                           

 O&L - a Great Place to Work.

Applicants meeting our requirements are invited to apply. O&L Group of Companies is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

    "This position is subject to a pre-employment screening and vetting process, and by applying for this position, applicants acknowledge that they are aware that the Company reserves the right to carry out screening and pre-employment vetting for all shortlisted applicants. Certificate of Conduct issued by the Namibian Police (not older than 6 months) may be required from all shortlisted applicants."

Requisition ID: 5017