Job Overview
Application Deadline
October 18, 2025
About AETERNA Inspection
AETERNA Inspection & Technical Services LLC is a leading independent third-party inspection (TPI) firm headquartered in Sharjah, UAE. We serve a diverse client base across the oil & gas, construction, petrochemical, and power generation sectors, providing world-class quality assurance, inspection, and technical consulting services that help our clients achieve the highest standards of safety, reliability, and operational excellence.
With a team of highly qualified engineers, inspectors, and technical specialists, AETERNA has successfully delivered inspection services for some of the most complex and high-profile projects in the Middle East and North Africa region. Our commitment to quality, integrity, and continuous improvement has earned us the trust of major operators, EPC contractors, and regulatory authorities, making us a preferred partner for third-party inspection services across the region.
Role Overview
We are looking for a Junior Coating Inspector to support our coating and painting inspection operations on structural steel and piping projects. Under the guidance of senior coating inspectors, you will assist in surface preparation assessment, environmental condition monitoring, coating application verification, and final inspection activities in accordance with NACE/SSPC standards and project specifications.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist in inspecting surface preparation and abrasive blasting to verify compliance with SSPC/NACE standards and specified cleanliness levels
- Monitor environmental conditions including dew point, relative humidity, and surface temperature during coating operations
- Measure dry film thickness (DFT) and wet film thickness (WFT) using calibrated gauges and document results
- Perform adhesion testing (pull-off and cross-hatch) and holiday detection on applied coating systems
- Assist in material receipt inspection of coating products and verify batch numbers and shelf life
- Prepare daily inspection reports and maintain coating inspection records in project documentation systems
Qualifications & Requirements
- NACE CIP Level 1 or SSPC PCI Level 1 certification in coating inspection
- Minimum 2 years of experience in coating inspection for oil & gas, structural steel, or industrial projects
- Knowledge of surface preparation standards including SSPC-SP1, SP5, SP6, SP10, and NACE No. 2/SSPC-SP10
- Familiarity with coating types including epoxy, polyurethane, zinc-rich, and thermal spray aluminum systems
- Proficiency with inspection gauges including DFT gauges, hygrometers, profilometers, and adhesion testers
- Good communication skills and ability to work effectively within a team environment
What We Offer
- Competitive tax-free monthly salary ranging from 4,500 to 6,000 AED based on experience and certification level
- Comprehensive medical insurance coverage for employee and family members through leading healthcare providers
- Annual flight allowance for home leave travel and airfare for employee and eligible dependents
- Funding for NACE/SSPC certification renewals and advanced coating inspection training programs
- Structured career progression pathway with mentorship from senior coating inspectors and NACE Level 3 professionals
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