Blasting and Painting operation Coordinator

Company Overview

Established in 1992, the company specializes in surface preparation, coatings, blasting, painting, and fireproofing services. It holds BCA registration and ASPRI membership, with an average sales turnover of S$3 million and banking support from D.B.S. Bank.

Job Summary

Lead and supervise blasting and painting crews to ensure quality surface preparation and coating application. Manage project documentation, safety compliance, and resource utilization to meet project schedules and client requirements.

Responsibilities

• Prepare cost estimates and quotes; coordinate with clients. Coordinate with the site supervisor and monitor progress at the workshop and on the site.
• Assign daily tasks to blasters, sprayers, and general workers to optimize manpower utilization and meet project timelines
• Oversee abrasive blasting, power-tool cleaning, and application of protective coatings including zincs, epoxies, polyurethanes, and fireproofing systems, following Technical Data Sheets (TDS)
• Conduct in-process quality checks for ambient conditions, surface profile, wet film thickness (WFT), and dry film thickness (DFT) to ensure compliance with standards
• Coordinate hold-point inspections with QA/QC teams and client representatives to maintain quality assurance
• Track daily completed work quantities and compile verified documentation for monthly progress claims, variation orders, site memos, and inspection test plans (ITPs) for client approval
• Build and maintain daily progress logs, material consumption sheets, and manpower reports using Microsoft Excel to analyze paint usage and reduce wastage
• Lead daily safety toolbox meetings and verify Risk Assessments (RA) and Permit-to-Work (PTW) approvals including Confined Space, Hot Work, and Work at Height permits
• Manage Simultaneous Operations (SIMOPS) to ensure safe and coordinated site activities
• Ensure proper storage, mixing, and handling of hazardous paints and solvents in compliance with safety standards
• Verify calibration and maintenance of blasting pots, airless spray pumps, and inspection gauges to ensure equipment reliability

Preferred competencies and qualifications

• Industry coating inspector certifications such as AMPP (NACE/SSPC), FROSIO, or CSWIP
• Valid safety supervisory certificates including Building Construction Supervisors Safety Course, Manage Work at Height, or Confined Space Safety Assessor, as required by site conditions