[Hiring] Coating Advisor @Jotun

Role Description

We are looking for a Coating Advisor to join our Technical Service team handling the Suez Area in the Protective and Marine Projects. In this role you will provide expert technical support to customers through on-site coating application guidance, inspections, performance assessments, and detailed reporting. Collaborate closely with the local Technical Sales Support (TSS) team by providing product performance feedback to ensure coating specifications are met, projects are completed in accordance with contractual requirements, and customer satisfaction is achieved. This position is based remotely in the Suez area and will report to the TSS Team Leader.

• Provide clear instructions to clients and relevant Jotun personnel on paint application by working independently on-site with customer representatives to ensure coating specifications are met and customer expectations are fulfilled.
• Support in developing on-the-job training and technical guidance.
• Manage projects involving advanced coating products by providing clear technical guidance to clients and relevant Jotun personnel in accordance with established working procedures, ensuring compliance with specifications and customer expectations.
• Conduct inspections of assigned projects independently, following the Inspection and Test Plan (ITP) and relevant working procedures, to verify that products are applied in accordance with the specified coating requirements.
• Prepare detailed technical reports, inspection records, and project documentation by compiling and analyzing inspection findings to demonstrate compliance with project specifications, industry standards, and customer requirements.
• Ensure all activities are performed in compliance with company HSE requirements, industry best practices, and applicable international standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or science.
• Should be able to communicate fluently in English.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in the coatings industry, preferably with Protective and Marine Coatings.
• Strong knowledge of coating applications, inspection practices, and corrosion protection systems is preferred.
• Professional certifications such as NACE Coating Inspector Program (CIP), B GAS certificate, or other recognized corrosion/coating inspection qualifications is preferred.
• Suez Area residents are preferred.

Requirements

• Acts on own initiative, makes things happen and accepts responsibility for the results.
• Adheres to company rules and procedures; executes plans with commitment and determination; achieves high quality results.
• Uses a methodical and systematic approach; plans ahead, defines clear priorities and allocates resources effectively.
• Quickly understands and analyzes complex issues and problems; comes up with sound and rational judgments.
• Communicates in a clear, precise and structured way; speaks with authority and conviction; presents effectively.
• Co-operates well with others; shares knowledge, experience and information; supports others in the pursuit of team goals.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and benefits.
• Continuous learning opportunities and training activities through on-the-job training and our in-house learning platforms.
• Career development opportunities across multiple disciplines and geographies.
• Leaders who focus on engaging and enabling their team, proven by consistently high employee feedback scores.
• A supportive and inclusive company culture where you can be your authentic self.
• A focus on having fun together through team building and social activities.

Company Description

Jotun’s story in the MEIA region (Middle East, India and Africa) began in 1962, and has grown to include 18 legal entities committed to achieving success and growth of the Jotun Group. Throughout our history, we have focused on providing our employees with meaningful and challenging work, rewarding them through continued learning and development, underpinned by our values of Loyalty, Care, Respect and Boldness.

El-Mohandes Jotun S.A.E., established in 1983, is one of Jotun's key markets in the Middle East, India and Africa (MEIA) region. With one of the largest Jotun production facilities in the Middle East, located in 10th of Ramadan City, three warehouse hubs and more than 400 employees, the company is committed to further strengthening Jotun’s position in Egypt through ambitious market growth plans focused on innovation, efficiency and profitability.