Coating Advisor

Jotun Middle East, India and Africa (MEIA); Dubai; On-site; AED 279,000 - 446,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Jotun Academy & training

Competitive compensation

Career development opportunities

Team engagement events

Job summary

Jotun U.A.E. Ltd. (L.L.C.) in Dubai seeks a Coating Advisor to deliver professional technical advice on paint application and coatings inspections on-site, ensuring specifications are met and customers are satisfied.

The role reports to the Technical Service Team Leader and requires a minimum of 6 years in paints and coatings, plus NACE II or FROSIO 3 certification. The position emphasizes collaboration with customers, contractors, and sales colleagues, while upholding Jotun's HSE standards and

Qualifications

• Fluent English required for verbal and written communication.
• Minimum 6 years in paints, coatings, corrosion protection, offshore or infrastructure projects.
• Willingness to travel abroad as project needs.

Responsibilities

• Provide on-site technical advice on surface preparation and paint application.
• Perform coating inspections and ensure compliance with specifications and quality.
• Prepare technical inspection reports and project documentation.
• Troubleshoot coating issues and propose practical solutions.
• Support sales with technical expertise during and after project execution.

Skills

Fluent English

6+ years paints & coatings

Travel willingness

Education

NACE II or FROSIO Level 3

Job description

Job Description:

SUMMARY OF THE ROLE

As Coating Advisor in our Technical Service team, you will provide professional technical advice to our customers, by on-site support on paint application and inspections to ensure that the coating specification is met, and the job is completed according to the contract and the customer’s satisfaction.

This position is based in Dubai and reports to the Technical Service Team Leader.

Responsibilities:

• Advising customers, contractors and applicators on surface preparation and paint application - Coating inspections and advisory.
• Monitoring projects to ensure compliance with specifications and quality requirements.
• Preparing technical inspection reports and project documentation.
• Troubleshooting coating-related challenges and recommending practical solutions.
• Supporting sales colleagues with technical expertise before, during and after project execution.
• Maintaining strong relationships with customers and external stakeholders.
• Ensuring that all work is carried out in line with Jotun's HSE standards and procedures.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR AND WHAT WE OFFER

Qualifications:

• Experience within paints and coatings, corrosion protection, offshore, and infrastructure projects.
• Preferably with experience in PFP or Intumescent coatings.
• NACE level II or FROSIO Level 3.
• Fluency in English - both verbal and written.
• Marine projects and associated reporting experience is an advantage.
• Valid driving license (UAE preferable)
• Availability to travel abroad based on project needs.
• Minimum 6 years of experience in relevant field.

We offer:

• Competitive compensation and benefits.
• Continuous learning opportunities and training activities through on-the-job training and our in-house learning Jotun Academy.
• 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 U.A.E. Ltd. (L.L.C.)

Contract Type:

Regular

Time Type:

Full time

CLOSING DATE (dd.mm.yyyy):

22.10.2026

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 U.A.E. Ltd. (LLC), established in 1974, is one of the key markets within the MEIA region. Jotun’s business in the countries of Bahrain and Kuwait are also part of Jotun U.A.E. Ltd. and function as its branches. With a production facility, 3 warehouses and more than 400 employees, we aim to further strengthen Jotun’s position in the region 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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