About Us
BW Epic Kosan owns and operates a fleet of about 40 modern and high quality fully pressurized, semi-refrigerated and ethylene capable gas carriers providing seaborne services for the transportation of liquified petroleum gas (LPG), petrochemicals and other specialty gases. We are headquartered in Singapore, with offices in Copenhagen, Manila, and Tokyo. Our vessels serve as a crucial link in the international gas supply chains of leading energy majors and commodity trading houses throughout Southeast Asia, the Middle East, Europe, Africa, and the Americas. We employ approximately 1,700 seafarers and a multi-national team of about 180 shore-based staff.
Job Description
Role Overview:
The Coating Advisor is responsible for overseeing the specification, application procedures and processes, quality control, and maintenance of protective coatings on fleet vessels. The role ensures that coatings meet the required standards for durability, corrosion resistance, energy efficiency and safety, as well as comply with industry specifications and regulations.
During dry dock projects, the Coating Advisor works closely with shipyards and shipyard contractors to ensure coatings are applied correctly with substrate surface preparation as per paint makers recommendations.
On fleet vessels, to standardize the paint application process and painting scheme to ensure preventive coatings are applied correctly and maintained throughout the lifecycle of the vessel.
Be guided by our Group Vision, Mission, Values and KPIs. Develop, implement and drive long term and short-term strategy for improved and cost-effective vessel condition and operational performance.
Maintain close relationships with key stakeholders within BWEK, Sea Staff, Clients and 3rd party service providers.
The Coating Advisor reports directly to the Head of Projects, and indirectly to the Head of Technical, Fleet Managers, Technical, and Emission & Efficiency.
Key Responsibilities- Protective Coating Policies and Procedures:
- Develop fleet wide protective coating Policies, procedures, schedules and processes to ensure optimal coating protection, visual condition and energy
- Inspection and Quality Control:
- Inspect areas for surface preparation (e.g., abrasive blasting, cleaning) before paint application.
- Inspect surface cleanliness and preparation, ensuring that the surfaces are free of contaminants (oil, rust, salt, etc.) prior to painting.
- Ensure proper environmental conditions (temperature, humidity) for painting and curing.
- Verify that coatings and paints are applied according to specification, including manufacturer instructions and industry standards.
- Conduct visual inspections of applied coatings to ensure they meet the required thickness, uniformity, and finish.
- Perform coating adhesion and curing tests if different paint makers paint schemes are used on a project.
- Material and Product Assessment:
- Evaluate the quality of coatings and materials being used, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and standards.
- Verify the proper storage and handling of paints, coatings, and related materials.
- Review product data sheets and verify the compatibility of paints and coatings for specific applications.
- Evaluate efficient and cost-effective substrate surface preparation equipment, standardization across the fleet.
- Documentation and Reporting:
- Create Paint Maintenance charts for each of Fleet vessels, identify coating suppliers to ensure cost effective coating maintenance.
- Maintain accurate inspection records, including coating thickness, inspection results, and non- conformance reports.
- Generate inspection reports detailing findings, corrective actions, and recommendations for improvement.
- Ensure that coating and painting activities are documented for future reference, maintenance, and compliance audits.
- Non-Destructive Testing (NDT):
- Conduct NDT inspections, including ultrasonic coating thickness measurement to assess the integrity of coatings.
- Conduct pull-off adhesion tests if different paint makers paint is applied.
- Compliance and Safety:
- Ensure that all coatings and paint applications adhere to relevant safety and environmental regulations (e.g., VOC limits, hazardous material handling).
- Ensure compliance with international maritime regulations such as SOLAS, MARPOL, and ISO standards.
- Conduct safety checks on work areas to prevent accidents related to coatings and hazardous materials.
- Monitor and enforce the use of appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) for workers involved in substrate surface preparation and coating applications.
- Collaboration:
- Work closely with Shipyard, Shipyard contractors, Paint maker inspector and Ship manager to coordinate coating inspection
- Provide technical support and guidance to ship staff to address issues related to coatings and surface preparation.
- Advise on best practices for coating application, maintenance, and repair, including recommending improvements for corrosion prevention.
- With internal stakeholders, FM Technical, FM Emission & Efficiency, Purchasing Manager, including on timely implementation.
- Maintenance Monitoring:
- Monitor the periodic coating maintenance work done by ship staff on fleet vessels.
- Monitor monthly paint consumption, inventory and supply distribution
- Review vessels monthly photos of coating maintenance in co-ordination with Technical & Marine teams.
- Ballast tank, Void spaced, Fresh Water and other tanks coating quality and condition inspection and monitoring.
- Investigation on coating failures in the fleet and draw up a corrective and preventive action plan.
- Review onboard surface preparation and coating application processes, onboard training, and monitoring future performance.
- Monitor hull fouling condition in co-ordination with Emission & Efficiency team, robotic cleaners maintenance / performance.
- Training Content Development
- Develop Shore Training modules for Seafarers for improved seafarer awareness, improved planning and application processes for surface preparation & on-board paint applications.
- Train seafarers on robotic hull cleaners usage, underwater camera visual inspections, etc.
- Participate in Crew Seminars for closer interaction with Seafarers to drive overall cosmetic upgradation performance.
- Develop Training for Office staff for understanding paint application processes.
- Stay updated on new coating technologies, industry standards, and regulations.
- Participate in training programs provided by paint makers to maintain professional knowledge and expertise in coating inspection techniques.
- General/Others
- Extensive travelling is required - Attend docking projects as well as sailing vessels.
- Initiatives which support BW Epic Kosan's overall business strategy & United Nations Sustainable Development Goals - for details, pls refer to the following website: https://www.un.org/development/desa/disabilities/envision2030.html
- Assist in any other ad hoc duties/projects assigned by Head of Technical from time to time.
Qualification & Skills
We are looking for a highly motivated and detail-oriented
Coating Advisor who can thrive in a dynamic maritime environment. If you have a strong eye for quality, technical expertise in coatings, and the flexibility to support operations anytime, we encourage you to apply.
- At least a High School Diploma, or preferably an Associate Degree or Technical Certification in Coatings Technology
- Industry certifications such as NACE Level 1/2/3, SSPC Coating Inspector, or other recognized painting/coating inspection qualifications are highly preferred
- Minimum of 2 years relevant experience as a Coating Advisor in the maritime industry
- Hands-on experience in inspection and application of marine coatings (e.g., antifouling, anti-corrosive, weather-resistant) is an advantage
- Strong attention to detail with the ability to identify coating application issues; familiarity with coating inspection tools and testing methods
- Knowledge of environmental and safety regulations within the maritime industry
- Effective communication skills with the ability to work across diverse teams and produce clear, concise reports
- Self-driven, organized, and resourceful with a strong results-oriented mindset
- Strong team player with the ability to collaborate across functions in a fast-paced environment
- Willingness to travel on short notice and adapt to a 24/7 on-call work arrangement
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, Word), SharePoint, and capable of delivering effective presentations
Other Information
BWEK offers exciting and rewarding career opportunities to bright and ambitious people, who have the skills and determination to succeed in a career in the maritime industry.
Our success is attributed to attracting, developing and retaining among the best people our industry has to offer. We place great emphasis on developing talent and maximizing the opportunities for our staff to progress within their position and the company.
This is a unique opportunity to work for one of the most progressive companies in the industry. Interested candidates should submit their covering letter and a detailed curriculum vitae to the Human Resource Department at: [Confidential Information] & [HIDDEN TEXT]. Website: www.bwek.com
Information For Recruitment Agencies
Please be informed that BWEK operates on a Preferred Supplier List (PSL) and will not be accepting unsolicited applications from non-PSL agencies.
We regret only shortlisted candidates will be notified. 
