A marine blasting and painting supervisor manages and oversees the blasting and painting operations of a marine vessel:
- Quality control: Ensures that all work meets quality control standards and specifications
- Safety: Confirms that all environmental and safety requirements are met
- Documentation: Prepares documentation such as painting procedures and ITPs
- Inspection: Inspects the work at all stages of preparation and rejects any work that doesn't meet specifications
- Calibration: Ensures that all instruments are calibrated and maintained in good working condition
- Training: Arranges qualification tests for blasters and painters and certifies them
- Communication: Coordinates with external parties for technical details and sends inspection notifications to clients
- Supervision: Supervises foremen and general workers, ensuring they understand the project scope
- Technical background: Has a strong technical background with hands-on experience in coating, lining, and surface treatment
- Pressure: Can work under pressure and respond to changes on short notice