Painting Supervisor (Marine)

Denholm Industrial Services are recruiting an experienced Marine Coatings Supervisor to oversee blasting and painting operations within a shipyard or marine environment. You will be responsible for ensuring all surface preparation and coating activities are delivered safely, efficiently, and in full compliance with marine project specifications and Class/Client requirements. Key Responsibilities * Supervise daily blasting and painting activities across vessels, modules, or marine structures. * Allocate operatives to workfaces and conduct start-of-shift briefings (RAMS/COSHH). * Ensure compliance with ITPs, Work Instructions, project specifications, and Class requirements. * Raise confined space and hot work permits as required. * Monitor surface preparation standards (blast profile, cleanliness) and coating application including primers, stripe coats, intermediates, and topcoats. * Control re-coat intervals and liaise closely with QC Inspectors and Client Representatives. * Ensure correct storage, handling, and traceability of marine coating materials. * Attend production meetings and provide daily progress reports. * Promote a strong safety culture in line with ISO 9001, 14001 & 45001 standards. Requirements * Proven supervisory experience in marine or shipyard blasting and painting. * Strong knowledge of marine coating systems and corrosion protection standards (e.g. ballast tanks, hulls, decks, structural steel). * Experience working to Client and Classification Society specifications. * Solid understanding of permit systems and confined space operations. * Strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills. * Must be SQEP for supervisory duties. This is an excellent opportunity to join a fast-paced marine environment where quality, safety, and programme delivery are critical