Sr. Coating Advisor

SUMMARY OF THE ROLE

As a Senior Coating Advisor, you will be the technical expert supporting our customers directly at their sites. Your role is to ensure flawless paint application and thorough inspection, guaranteeing that every coating meets specification and contract standards. By delivering hands-on guidance and professional advice, you ll help ensure project success and customer satisfaction. The position is based at Udupi, Karnataka and will be reporting to Manager - Technical Services Marine.

Responsibilities:

• Give clear instructions to clients and relevant Jotun staff on paint application by working independently on site with relevant client representatives to ensure the coating specification is met and in accordance with customer expectation.

• Assist the TS manager with development of Junior CAs by on-the-job training and support, to ensure they develop their ability to work independently.

• Manage projects where advanced products have been specified by giving clear instructions to clients and relevant Jotun staff in accordance with the specific working procedures in order to ensure that the specification and customer expectations are met.

• Carry out inspections of specific projects assigned to you by your direct manager by working independently, following the ITP and working procedures in order ensure that the product is applied in accordance with the specification

• Write relevant reports by compiling data from inspections in order to document that the specification inspection criteria have been met

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR AND WHAT WE OFFER

What We Look for

Qualifications & Experience

• Graduate in any discipline with 5+ years of experience as a Quality Controller, Coating Applicator, or Coating Advisor preferably in Marine or Protective Coatings with a competitor.
• Proficiency in English communication (verbal and written).
• Strong working knowledge of MS Office tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Certified in FROSIO Level III Red, NACE Level 2, or an equivalent industry-recognized certification.

Good to Have

• Hands-on experience in coating inspection and application processes.
• Familiarity with international coating standards and specifications.
• Ability to work independently at customer sites and ensure compliance with contract and technical requirements.
• Strong interpersonal skills to build trust and deliver technical advice effectively.

Personal Qualities we look for

• Acts on own initiative, makes things happen and accepts responsibility for the results.
• Identifies and seizes commercial opportunities; has a strong positive impact on business growth and profitability
• Uses a methodical and systematic approach; plans ahead, defines clear priorities and allocates resources effectively
• Communicates in a clear, precise and structured way; speaks with authority and conviction; presents effectively
• Co-operates well with others; shares knowledge, experience and information; supports others in the pursuit of team goals
• Adheres to company rules and procedures; executes plans with commitment and determination; achieves high quality results.

What We offer

• Competitive compensation and benefits.
• Continuous learning opportunities and training activities through on-the-job training and our in-house learning.
• Career development opportunities across multiple disciplines and geographies.
• Leaders who focus on engaging and enabling their team, proven by consistently high employee feedback scores.
• A supportive and inclusive company culture where you can be your authentic self.
• A focus on having fun together through team buildings and social activities

POSITION INFORMATION

Company:

Jotun India Private Limited

Contract Type:

Regular

Time Type:

Full time

CLOSING DATE (dd.mm.yyyy):

31.10.2025

WHO WE ARE

Jotun s story in the MEIA region (Middle East, India and Africa) began in 1962, and has grown to include 18 legal entities committed to achieving success and growth of the Jotun Group. Throughout our history, we have focused on providing our employees with meaningful and challenging work, rewarding them through continued learning and development, underpinned by our values of Loyalty, Care, Respect and Boldness.

Jotun India Private Ltd., established in 2006, is one of the key markets within the MEIA region. With a production a facility, warehouse and more than 400+ employees, we aim to further strengthen Jotun s position in India through ambitious market growth plans that focus on innovation, efficiency and profitability.

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Jotun s company culture welcomes and values differences in people. Our more than 10,200 employees on all continents represent 90 nationalities, four generations and diversity of professions, gender, abilities, ethnicities, beliefs, cultures etc. We are committed to represent the societies we operate in, promoting equality, equity and zero-tolerance for discrimination.

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