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At this level he/she is responsible for managing all aspects within blasting and coating operations and reducing operating costs, mitigating the risk of harm by effective work planning and environmental impact. He/she prepares work specifications, budgeting jobs and approves inspection documents, drawings and project closed out documents. Additionally, he/she reviews the quality documents generated from the field to ensure they conform to specifications.
The manager is also seen as a technical expert in blasting and coating and is able to perform troubleshooting and root cause analysis.
At this level the supervised worker prepares the work area, tools and equipment for basic surface preparation and coating operations.
This includes performing basic surface preparation, preparation and application of coating materials on substrates according to supervisor’s instructions.
He or she must also be able to follow health, safety and environmental procedures, respond to hazards and emergencies in the workplace and maintain an effective work environment.
Understand, maintain and apply health, safety and environmental regulations, legislation and procedures in the workplace.
Identify potential hazards and take appropriate action to minimise the risks posed. It also includes identifying and dealing with emergency situations.
Establish and maintain productive work relationships and communicate work related information.
Prepare the work area as well as tools, equipment and materials for surface preparation and coating operations.
Store materials, tools and equipment after use as well as restore the work area after coating activities.
Perform manual handling and lifting.
Maintain safe access and egress during surface preparation and coating operations.
Perform basic surface preparation using hand and power tools in accordance to workplace procedures.
Mix and apply coating materials in accordance with supervisor’s instructions.
Written and Oral Communication
Application of numbers/ computation
Work in teams
Basic troubleshooting skills
Organized and able to follow instructions
Detail-oriented
Customer relations
Good Work Ethic
More than 1-year experience working in a similar field
Acceptable combination of academic qualifications for example Association for Materials Protection and Performance (AMPP) Certificate
Safe handling and use of power tools training
Coating Applicator
Blaster
Spray Applicator
Sand Blaster and Painter
Painter
Hydro Blaster
Technical and Core Skills:
Understand, maintain and apply health, safety and environmental regulations, legislation and procedures in the workplace.
Identify potential hazards and take appropriate action to minimise the risks posed. It also includes identifying and dealing with emergency situations.
Establish and maintain productive work relationships and communicate work related information.
Prepare the work area as well as tools, equipment and materials for surface preparation and coating operations.
Store materials, tools and equipment after use as well as restore the work area after coating activities.
Perform manual handling and lifting.
Maintain safe access and egress during surface preparation and coating operations.
Perform basic surface preparation using hand and power tools in accordance to workplace procedures.
Mix and apply coating materials in accordance with supervisor’s instructions.
Employability Skills:
Written and Oral Communication
Application of numbers/ computation
Work in teams
Basic troubleshooting skills
Organized and able to follow instructions
Detail-oriented
Customer relations
Good Work Ethic
Qualification and Experience:
More than 1-year experience working in a similar field
Acceptable combination of academic qualifications for example Association for Materials Protection and Performance (AMPP) Certificate
Safe handling and use of power tools training
Articulation:
Coating Applicator
Blaster
Spray Applicator
Sand Blaster and Painter
Painter
Hydro Blaster
The skilled worker at this level is responsible for removing corrosion and replacing protective coating on substrates. Coating Applicator/ Blaster operates specialised tools and equipment which they should be able to maintain or repair. He or she must also be able to understand and apply Product Data Sheet Specifications.
He or she must also be able to complete technical reports and other documentation as well as maintain an effective work environment by following health and safety requirements when performing tasks.
Understand, maintain and apply health, safety and environmental regulations, legislation and procedures in the workplace.
Identify potential hazards and take appropriate action to minimise the risks posed. It also includes identifying and dealing with emergency situations.
Establish and maintain productive work relationships and communicate work related information.
Complete technical reports as well as other documentation in line with project specifications and company procedures.
Set up and perform pre-use check on abrasive blast equipment
Perform Advanced Surface Preparation using abrasive blast equipment
Verify surface preparation is prepared according to job specifications
Verify coating materials manufacturer’s labels according to job specifications
Prepare coating materials according to Product Data Sheet Specifications
Set up and perform pre-use check on sprayed painting equipment
Apply coating materials using sprayed painting equipment
Set up and perform pre-use check on water jetting equipment
Perform Advanced Surface Preparation using water jetting equipment
Written and Oral Communication
Application of numbers/ computation
Work in teams
Troubleshooting skills
Critical Thinking
Time management skills
Customer Relations
Computer Literacy
Continuous Learning
Adaptability
Good Work Ethic
Minimum of 3 years’ experience working in a similar field
Acceptable combination of academic qualifications for example Association for Materials Protection and Performance (AMPP) Certificate
Abrasive Blaster Certification C7, Spray Application Certification C12
Coating Specialist
Blasting and Coating Supervisor
Painting Foreman
Fabric Maintenance Supervisor
Technical and Core Skills:
Understand, maintain and apply health, safety and environmental regulations, legislation and procedures in the workplace.
Identify potential hazards and take appropriate action to minimise the risks posed. It also includes identifying and dealing with emergency situations.
Establish and maintain productive work relationships and communicate work related information.
Complete technical reports as well as other documentation in line with project specifications and company procedures.
Set up and perform pre-use check on abrasive blast equipment
Perform Advanced Surface Preparation using abrasive blast equipment
Verify surface preparation is prepared according to job specifications
Verify coating materials manufacturer’s labels according to job specifications
Prepare coating materials according to Product Data Sheet Specifications
Set up and perform pre-use check on sprayed painting equipment
Apply coating materials using sprayed painting equipment
Set up and perform pre-use check on water jetting equipment
Perform Advanced Surface Preparation using water jetting equipment
Employability Skills:
Written and Oral Communication
Application of numbers/ computation
Work in teams
Troubleshooting skills
Critical Thinking
Time management skills
Customer Relations
Computer Literacy
Continuous Learning
Adaptability
Good Work Ethic
Qualification and Experience:
Minimum of 3 years’ experience working in a similar field
Acceptable combination of academic qualifications for example Association for Materials Protection and Performance (AMPP) Certificate
Abrasive Blaster Certification C7, Spray Application Certification C12
Articulation:
Coating Specialist
Blasting and Coating Supervisor
Painting Foreman
Fabric Maintenance Supervisor
At this level he/she performs a broad range of functions that includes supervising the Surface Preparation and Coating services carried out by the work crew. He/she examine and inspect work progress, quality, estimate projects, monitor team performance against work plans and schedules as well as verify the safety of the work area and to ensure that specifications are met.
He/she is responsible for treating with conflicts, coaching, mentoring and training of workers to follow guidelines for health, safety and environment as well as operational aspects.
Maintain and apply health, safety and environmental regulations, legislation and procedures in the workplace.
Identify potential hazards and take appropriate action to minimise the risks posed. It also includes identifying and dealing with emergency situations and implementing response plan
Establish and maintain productive work relationships and communicate work related information.
Prepare advance technical reports.
Confirms the preparation of the work area, materials and equipment prior to the Surface Preparation and Coating
Estimate Surface Preparation and Coating Job Requirements
Plan and Coordinate Logistics of Resources
Monitor and inspect the quality of Work on the Substrates
Monitor Work Task
Read and interpret specifications and drawings
Maintains excellent standards of housekeeping on the work area.
Inculcates strong values and work ethics among the team
Responsible for the training and development of team members.
Knows understands and applies plant operating procedures and company policies.
Takes responsibility for all company assets and activities within his assigned area of responsibility.
Co-ordinate Team Activities and monitor work task
Monitor team performance against work plans and make the necessary adjustments to the plan
Manage projects – plan, schedule, coordinate resources, project management
Deal with Conflicts
Written and Oral Communication
Application of numbers/ computation
Work in teams
- Critical Thinking
Time management and multi-task skills
Customer Focus
Computer Literate
Organizational and planning skills
Analytical skills
Good Work Ethic
Supervisory Skills
Leadership Skills
Report writing Skills
Incident Investigation
Emergency Response
Work at heights
Supervisory Management Certificate from an Accredited/recognised training institution
At least 7 years’ experience working in a similar field
Acceptable combination of academic qualifications for example Coating Inspector Program (CIP)
Blasting and Coating Inspector
Blasting and Coating Superintendent
Blasting and Coating Team Lead
Fabric Maintenance Team Lead
Technical and Core Skills:
Maintain and apply health, safety and environmental regulations, legislation and procedures in the workplace.
Identify potential hazards and take appropriate action to minimise the risks posed. It also includes identifying and dealing with emergency situations and implementing response plan
Establish and maintain productive work relationships and communicate work related information.
Prepare advance technical reports.
Confirms the preparation of the work area, materials and equipment prior to the Surface Preparation and Coating
Estimate Surface Preparation and Coating Job Requirements
Plan and Coordinate Logistics of Resources
Monitor and inspect the quality of Work on the Substrates
Monitor Work Task
Read and interpret specifications and drawings
Maintains excellent standards of housekeeping on the work area.
Inculcates strong values and work ethics among the team
Responsible for the training and development of team members.
Knows understands and applies plant operating procedures and company policies.
Takes responsibility for all company assets and activities within his assigned area of responsibility.
Co-ordinate Team Activities and monitor work task
Monitor team performance against work plans and make the necessary adjustments to the plan
Manage projects – plan, schedule, coordinate resources, project management
Deal with Conflicts
Employability Skills:
Written and Oral Communication
Application of numbers/ computation
Work in teams
- Critical Thinking
Time management and multi-task skills
Customer Focus
Computer Literate
Organizational and planning skills
Analytical skills
Good Work Ethic
Supervisory Skills
Leadership Skills
Report writing Skills
Incident Investigation
Emergency Response
Work at heights
Qualifications and Experience:
Supervisory Management Certificate from an Accredited/recognised training institution
At least 7 years’ experience working in a similar field
Acceptable combination of academic qualifications for example Coating Inspector Program (CIP)
Articulation:
Blasting and Coating Inspector
Blasting and Coating Superintendent
Blasting and Coating Team Lead
Fabric Maintenance Team Lead
At this level he/she is responsible for managing and directing the operations of blasting and coating including all supplies as per specifications, as well as supervisory responsibility for workers. He/she is responsible for preparing and interpreting method statements, quality plans and work procedures, conforming to product data sheets, engineering drawings and specifications, cost control, scheduling of work as well as maintaining positive working relationships with clients, suppliers, engineers and jobsite staff.
Ensure implementation; management and compliance with all Safety Management policies
Manages the departmental team to achieve performance of quality, productivity, reliability, efficiency and commitment to standards
Participates in recruitment and promotion processes
Develop and implement training and development plans
Coordinate and interface effectively with departmental team and contractors to ensure smooth work flow and schedule adherence
Competent in reading and understanding specifications, drawings, and all other discipline related project and engineering documentation.
Prepare relevant reports and ensure proper records are maintained and prepare and provide estimates to clients.
Audit the blasting and coating process
Inspect blasting profiles and coating film thickness to ensure it meets the client specifications.
Provides effective coaching to progressively improve performance.
Prepare project progress records and reports to management.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Understanding company quality procedures
Manage others to achieve results
Team leadership
Motivational skills
Use of Project Management Software
Skill in programme/project planning and implementation
Problem solving and analysis skills
Decision making skills
Negotiating skills
Time/cost Management
Advance knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
Proven ability to lead and direct a team of Blasters and Coating Applicators and Supervisors
Supervisory Management Certificate from an Accredited/recognised training institution
Sound understanding of industry standards, and relevant legal requirements for Blasting and Coating
At least 10 years’ work experience
Acceptable combination of academic qualifications for example Coating Inspector Program (CIP)
Operations Manager
Subject Matter Expert
Technical and Core Skills:
Ensure implementation; management and compliance with all Safety Management policies
Manages the departmental team to achieve performance of quality, productivity, reliability, efficiency and commitment to standards
Participates in recruitment and promotion processes
Develop and implement training and development plans
Coordinate and interface effectively with departmental team and contractors to ensure smooth work flow and schedule adherence
Competent in reading and understanding specifications, drawings, and all other discipline related project and engineering documentation.
Prepare relevant reports and ensure proper records are maintained and prepare and provide estimates to clients.
Audit the blasting and coating process
Inspect blasting profiles and coating film thickness to ensure it meets the client specifications.
Provides effective coaching to progressively improve performance.
Prepare project progress records and reports to management.
Employability Skills:
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Understanding company quality procedures
Manage others to achieve results
Team leadership
Motivational skills
Use of Project Management Software
Skill in programme/project planning and implementation
Problem solving and analysis skills
Decision making skills
Negotiating skills
Time/cost Management
Advance knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
Qualification and Experience:
Proven ability to lead and direct a team of Blasters and Coating Applicators and Supervisors
Supervisory Management Certificate from an Accredited/recognised training institution
Sound understanding of industry standards, and relevant legal requirements for Blasting and Coating
At least 10 years’ work experience
Acceptable combination of academic qualifications for example Coating Inspector Program (CIP)
Articulation:
Operations Manager
Subject Matter Expert
At this level he/she is responsible for managing all aspects within blasting and coating operations and reducing operating costs, mitigating the risk of harm by effective work planning and environmental impact. He/she prepares work specifications, budgeting jobs and approves inspection documents, drawings and project closed out documents. Additionally, he/she reviews the quality documents generated from the field to ensure they conform to specifications.
The manager is also seen as a technical expert in blasting and coating and is able to perform troubleshooting and root cause analysis.
Determine training requirements to ensure that all personnel are competent to safely perform blasting and coating operations.
Confirms compliance with all contractual agreements.
Confirms compliance with all regulatory requirements.
Confirms that safety policies and procedures are being thoroughly followed.
Determine optimum manpower requirement and initiate the recruitment process.
Reviews and approve operational procedures.
Facilitates and sustain an effective team environment.
Must be able to identify client requirements and find solutions to the most challenging problems.
Ensures all work is carried out to the approved drawings and specifications, and that correct work practices are engaged at all times.
Ensures efficient scheduling, planning, labour management and timely lodgment of claims.
Determines departmental and strategic priorities, and objectives.
Accesses and optimizes employee performance.
Ensure that quality procedures and policies are being followed.
Excellent written and verbal communication
Leadership abilities
Problem solving and analytical skills
Time Management skills
Project Management skills
Team oriented
People focused
Customer focused
Outcome focused
Flexible
Innovative
Detail oriented
Problem solving and analysis
Strategic orientation
Degree in Engineering or equivalent combine with 10 years’ experience (3 of which must be in a Management position) or
BA Management and Technician’s Diploma with 15 years’ experience (5 of which must be in a Management position)
Experience in Managing Blasting and Coating Projects
Training Health and Safety Management Systems
Relevant technical training as required
Competencies Required
Determine training requirements to ensure that all personnel are competent to safely perform blasting and coating operations.
Confirms compliance with all contractual agreements.
Confirms compliance with all regulatory requirements.
Confirms that safety policies and procedures are being thoroughly followed.
Determine optimum manpower requirement and initiate the recruitment process.
Reviews and approve operational procedures.
Facilitates and sustain an effective team environment.
Must be able to identify client requirements and find solutions to the most challenging problems.
Ensures all work is carried out to the approved drawings and specifications, and that correct work practices are engaged at all times.
Ensures efficient scheduling, planning, labour management and timely lodgement of claims.
Determines departmental and strategic priorities, and objectives.
Accesses and optimizes employee performance.
Ensure that quality procedures and policies are being followed.
Employability Skills:
Excellent written and verbal communication
Leadership abilities
Problem solving and analytical skills
Time Management skills
Project Management skills
Team oriented
People focussed
Customer focussed
Outcome focussed
Flexible
Innovative
Detail oriented
Problem solving and analysis
Strategic orientation
Qualification and Experience:
Degree in Engineering or equivalent combine with 10 years’ experience (3 of which must be in a Management position) or
BA Management and Technician’s Diploma with 15 years’ experience (5 of which must be in a Management position)
Experience in Managing Blasting and Coating Projects
Training Health and Safety Management Systems
Relevant technical training as required