Mob: 966 50 163 7258
Email: [email protected]
Iqama: 2618482513 (Transferable)
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
BGAS-certified Coating Inspector and coating supervisor with Oil & Gas and Chemical industry experience, specializing in coating inspection, corrosion protection, and quality assurance. Experienced in surface preparation, coating system verification, documentation, and ASNT NDT Level II certification in line with applicable codes and standards.
CORE COMPETENCIES
• Coating Inspection & Compliance
• Surface Preparation Inspection
• Coating Application Monitoring & Verification
• Dry Film Thickness (DFT) & Wet Film Thickness (WFT) Measurement
• Environmental Condition Monitoring (RH, Dew Point, Surface Temp)
• Coating Defect Identification & Rectification Control
• Corrosion Protection & Coating System Verification
• Non-Destructive Testing (RT, UT, VT, PT, MT)
• Visual Inspection of Welds & Coated Surfaces
• Inspection Reporting & Documentation
• Quality Control & Quality Assurance
• Compliance with International Codes & Standards
• Client & Third-Party Inspection Coordination
• Coating Tools: Elcometer 456 (DFT gauge), Psychrometers, Holiday Detectors (High/Low voltage).
CERTIFICATION
• BGAS CSWIP Grade-2 (TWI, UK)
• ASNT NDT Level II (IMECH India)
• STCW personal Survival Techniques (DG shipping India)
• Communication skill Course (TATA Consultancy Services India)
• Permit to Work & Site Safety Training
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
NDT Technician@ Barauni Oil refinery
April 2024 to March 2025
Roles & Responsibilities
• Maintain proper documentation of NDT reports, test records, and inspection logs.
• Verify calibration and certification status of NDT equipment before use.
• Coordinate with QA/QC, welding, fabrication, and client inspection teams.
• Ensure compliance with safety procedures and radiation safety regulations.
• Track repair and re-inspection status of rejected welds.
• Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly progress reports for management and clients.
• Conduct site surveillance to ensure quality and procedural compliance.
• Assist in project audits, client inspections, and quality meetings.
• Maintain records of technician qualifications, certifications, and training validity.
• Coordinate third-party inspections and client witness activities.
• Ensure proper handling, storage, and control of radiographic films and consumables.
• Support shutdown, turnaround, and maintenance inspection activities.
• Identify quality issues and recommend corrective and preventive actions.
Coating Supervisor @ ESSAR Cont & ER Pvt Ltd.
May 2025 to September 2025
Roles & Responsibilities
• Managed day-to-day coating activities and ensured workflow progressed according to schedule.
• Checked availability of tools, abrasives, and materials to avoid delays in coating operations.
• Liaised with site engineers to clarify work requirements and coordinate job priorities.
• Verified that crew followed correct surface profile and blast standards before coating.
• Maintained records of manpower, material usage, and completed coating areas for daily reporting.
• Monitored contractor activities to verify adherence to coating procedures and safety regulations.
• Reviewed technical data sheets (TDS) and ensured correct application methods were followed on site.
• Coordinated with QA/QC and client inspectors to resolve coating-related issues promptly.
• Oversaw surface cleanliness, masking, and environmental controls before coating operations.
• Trained and guided coating personnel on best practices and proper equipment operation.
Coating Inspector @ TCR Arabia
Oct 2025 to Mar 2026
Roles & Responsibilities
• Inspect surface preparation activities including blasting and cleaning to ensure compliance with approved specifications and standards.
• Monitor environmental conditions such as relative humidity, dew point, and surface temperature prior to and during coating application.
• Verify coating materials, batch numbers, shelf life, and storage conditions before application.
• Supervise coating application processes to ensure correct methods, thickness, and curing times are followed.
• Measure and record Wet Film Thickness (WFT) and Dry Film Thickness (DFT) using calibrated instruments.
• Identify coating defects such as pinholes, holidays, runs, blistering, and inadequate coverage, and ensure corrective actions are implemented.
• Ensure compliance with project specifications, international standards, and client requirements.
• Maintain accurate inspection records, daily reports, and quality documentation including ITRs, MIRs, and NCRs.
• Coordinate with production, QA/QC, client, and third-party inspectors to resolve quality issues.
• Support corrosion protection systems to enhance asset integrity and service life.
• Perform blotter test to check moisture content and surface dryness prior to coating application, ensuring surfaces are free from residual moisture.
TECHNICAL SKILLS
• Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs)
• Coating Inspection
• Documentation & Records
• Ultrasonic Testing (UT)
• Radiographic Testing (RT)
• Magnetic Particle Testing (MT)
• Penetrant Testing (PT)
• Visual Testing (VT)
• Inspection Reports, ITRs, MIRs & NCRs
• Compliance with International Codes & Standards (ISO, SSPC, ASTM, ASME)
• QA/QC Procedures & Client Specifications
ADDITIONAL SKILL
• MS Office
• Auto CAD
TEST & REPORTS
• Conduct blotter test to check soluble salt present on substrate .
• Conduct bresle patch test to check soluble salt present on substrate.
• Measure climatic condition to insure surface cleanliness.
• Measured wet and dry film thickness of applied paint.
• Perform adhesion test of paint to verify coating bonding .
• Measure climatic conditions , including surface temperature , relative humidity , and dew point .
• Utilized and documented QC instruments such as hygrometer , steel temperature gauge , surface profile gauge , DFT gauge and holiday detector .
• Check paint details including specification , manufacturer . batch number . expiry and shelf life .
• Record details of inspected items including identification , coating stage and physical condition during inspection .
• Varified surface preparation including method of preparation , application standards , types of abrasive used cleanliness level etc.
• Issued NCR and coordinated for corrective action.
• Document WFT/DFT measurements as per project specification.
• Prepare and maintain surface prepration , ambient condition and