Griffin Marine is a leading marine service provider specialising in multi-disciplinary industrial services and project management. Our skilled workforce includes welders, boilermakers, painters, insulators, trade assistants, and mechanical fitters. We service a diverse range of clients, including prime defence contractors and commercial shipping companies. With a focus on proactive and skilled support, we are committed to delivering high-quality and trustworthy service. Position Overview:We are seeking an experienced Coatings Inspector to oversee and manage painting and coating operations within our Darwin branch. This is a hands-on leadership role responsible for supervising painting activities, maintaining quality standards, ensuring compliance with safety requirements and driving project delivery outcomes across defence and commercial marine projects. This is a locally based Darwin position and is not a FIFO role. Responsibilities:Supervise and lead a team of painters and blasters to achieve project milestones and production targetsCoordinate daily painting and coating activities across multiple projectsEnsure all work complies with safety procedures, environmental regulations and industry standardsConduct quality control inspections and address coating application issues or non-conformancesManage resources, equipment and materials to ensure operational readiness and efficiencySchedule works to meet project deadlines and client requirementsCollaborate with Project Coordinators, subcontractors and clients to ensure seamless project deliveryMentor, train and develop team members while promoting best practice coating and preservation standardsImplement proactive measures to improve productivity, quality and operational performanceComplete project documentation,



inspection reports and quality records as required About YouEssential RequirementsMinimum two years' experience in a supervisory or leadership role within the painting and coatings industry with marine or defence industry experience highly regardedNACE Level 1 or Level 2 certification in Coating Inspection or Application. Candidates with NACE Level 1 must be willing to obtain NACE Level 2 certificationCertificate III in Surface Preparation and Coating Application or equivalent trade qualificationWhite Card (General Construction Induction Card)Demonstrated experience managing painting operations, quality control and safety complianceStrong understanding of blasting and painting equipment and associated maintenance requirementsExcellent leadership and team management skillsStrong problem-solving ability and attention to detailExcellent communication and stakeholder management skillsSound knowledge of workplace health and safety legislation and industry standardsAbility to work in physically demanding environments and at heights
Desirable RequirementsSenior First Aid CertificateWorking at Heights certificationConfined Space Entry certificationNACE Level 2 qualificationDefence project experience
What We Offer:Competitive salary package paid weeklyOpportunities for training, development and career progressionSupportive and collaborative team environmentOpportunity to work on exciting defence and commercial marine projects throughout AustraliaLong-term career opportunities with a growing Australian marine services provider Griffin Marine Services is dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment, providing equal employment opportunities.
Please note that only candidates with legitimate rights to work in Australia will be considered for this opportunity.

📌 Coatings Inspector (Darwin)
🏢 Griffin Marine
📍 Darwin