Job Title: QC Corrosion & Coating Inspector

We ARE looking for a QC Corrosion & Coating Inspector to act as a Resident Inspector for a long-term project based in Balen, Belgium. You will oversee quality inspections and controls related to corrosion protection and coating/painting activities, ensuring compliance with project requirements, applicable specifications, standards and norms. The role requires significant experience in shipyard quality inspections, preferably within the offshore industry, and a strong background in corrosion and coating inspection.

Tasks & Responsibilities:

Perform quality inspections and controls related to corrosion protection and coating/painting activities.
Inspect surface preparation, coating application and finished coating systems in accordance with project specifications and applicable standards.
Verify compliance with approved inspection and test plans (ITPs), procedures and quality requirements.
Monitor coating activities and ensure adherence to applicable technical specifications and acceptance criteria.
Identify, document and report defects, deviations and non-conformities.
Review inspection records, quality documentation and relevant certificates.
Coordinate with contractors, suppliers and project stakeholders to ensure compliance with quality requirements.
Prepare inspection reports and maintain accurate quality records.
Support the resolution of quality issues and follow up on corrective actions.
Travel to other project locations as required by the project specifications.

Requirements / Your Profile:

Mandatory: FROSIO Level III certification.
Mandatory: Significant experience in quality inspections and controls within a shipyard environment, preferably in the offshore industry.
8–10 years of relevant experience for a Senior profile or 10–15 years for an Expert profile.
Specialized experience in corrosion protection and coating/painting inspection.
Strong knowledge of the following standards: ISO 8501, ISO 11124, ISO 16276, ISO 12944 and NORSOK M-501.
Experience working on EPCI contracts.
Very good command of English (written and spoken).
Ability to work independently and ensure compliance with project specifications and quality standards.
Validity of qualifications and certifications must be verified and provided with the technical and commercial proposal.
Preference for candidates based in Belgium and located close to the assignment site.
Mandatory requirement: Relevant inspection experience must be clearly demonstrated on the CV.

Location: Holven 122, 2490 Balen, Belgium – onsite, with travel as required by the project
Contract type: Freelance / ZZP
Duration: 9 November 2026 – 8 November 2027 (with possible extension until 2030)