Painting & Insulation Inspector

Cairo, Egypt — thyssenkrupp Uhde GmbH

Type of contract:Full-time, Permanent
Experience level:Professionals
Remote work:On-Site
Job field:Engineering & Science
Status:Ongoing recruitment, entry date flexible
Posting date:2026/01/14
Job number:JPT_ALL01455
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Your responsibilities

  • Coordinate Site Supervisors and vendor specialists on site
    - Consult and make final decision on technical issues
    - Review / approve Method Statements
    - Control construction work packages for the site with respect to personnel, equipment, materials and documents, incl. availability of method statements, risk assessment and work permits
    - Supervise constr. activities carried out by the subcontractors with respect to compliance with project specifications and safe working procedures and support pre-commissioning activities
    - Coordinate deviation reports and repair works
    - Coordinate tkIS interdisciplinary interfaces
    - Monitor qualification of subcontractors’ personnel together with Site QA/QC Manager
    - Monitor suitability of subcontractors’ equipment
    - Conduct spot check to verify constr. drawings used are latest revision
    - Execute field inspections, record and clear punch items
    - Compile and check as-built documentation from subcontractor(s)
    - Approve discipline progress
    - Report Daily Site Log and maintain discipline-specific constr. data
    - Collaborate with subcontractors’ management, e.g. release quantity surveys, sign off time sheets for extra work orders, review invoices and extra work orders
    - Coordinate elaboration of as build documentation
  • Activities are performed safely and in compliance with the applicable project OSH policy, local laws and statutory requirements, such as relevant tkIS guidelines or directives
    - Construction activities are executed according to contractual obligations / specifications with regard to quality and time schedule
    - Coordination with subcontractors’ manag. and vendor specialists

    • Your profile

    Job specification:

    • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, preferably Mechanical, Civil, or Materials Engineering

    • Minimum 3 years of experience in painting, coating, insulation, or related construction activities within the oil, gas, or petrochemical industry

    • Strong knowledge of industrial coating systems, surface preparation standards, and insulation materials (hot, cold, cryogenic, acoustic)

    • Familiarity with international standards such as SSPC, NACE, ISO, ASTM, and API

    • Experience in supervising site execution including manpower, equipment, subcontractors, and daily work activities

    • Ability to review and interpret technical documents such as drawings, specifications, method statements, and inspection test plans

    • Language Skills: good spoken and written English

    • Strong understanding of HSE requirements related to painting, blasting, and insulation works

    • Experience in quality control coordination including inspections, test reports, and compliance with QA/QC procedures

    • Strong leadership and team management skills with the ability to coordinate multidisciplinary teams

    • Analyzing and problemsolving skills for resolving technical and execution challenges

    • Ability to handle complex site activities independently and ensure work is completed according to schedule and standards

    Important to us

    Health and Wellness

    Health & Safety

    Highest health & safety standards and a wide range of health promotion and healthcare activities.

    Highest health & safety standards and a wide range of health promotion and healthcare activities.

    Pension and Retirement

    Pension

    We have various financial models to give you individual support.

    We have various financial models to give you individual support.

    Collaboration and Teamwork

    Collaboration

    Collegiality is of huge importance – we treat everyone with respect and appreciation.

    Collegiality is of huge importance – we treat everyone with respect and appreciation.

    Professional Development

    Development

    Training and education programs to help you develop professionally and personally.

    Training and education programs to help you develop professionally and personally.

    Compensation and Salary

    Compensation & benefits

    Fair working conditions and competitive pay are an important basis for us.

    Fair working conditions and competitive pay are an important basis for us.

    Diversity and Inclusion

    Diversity

    We promote an open and tolerant work culture.

    We promote an open and tolerant work culture.

    Work-Life Balance

    Work-Life Balance

    Work-Life Balance: we guarantee regular working hours to support work-life balance.

    Work-Life Balance: we guarantee regular working hours to support work-life balance.

    Creative and Innovation

    Creative leeway

    We offer a work environment in which you can try out new solutions in a no blame culture.

    We offer a work environment in which you can try out new solutions in a no blame culture.

    Vacation and Time Off

    Vacation and paid time off

    Vacation and paid time off: Paid vacation, sick leave and personal days.

    Vacation and paid time off: Paid vacation, sick leave and personal days.

    Sustainability and Environment

    Sustainability

    We act with responsibility and environmental awareness. We support sociopolitical initiatives and focus on resource efficiency.

    We act with responsibility and environmental awareness. We support sociopolitical initiatives and focus on resource efficiency.

    Onboarding and Training

    Onboarding

    Onboarding: individual and personal support to help you get started in your new job.

    Onboarding: individual and personal support to help you get started in your new job.

    We value diversity

    thyssenkrupp values and promotes diversity in all areas of the company. We actively combat discrimination and foster an open, tolerant working environment that welcomes different backgrounds and perspectives.

    We therefore welcome all applications - regardless of gender, nationality, ethnic and social background, religion/belief, disability, age, sexual orientation or identity. What matters is the applicant's individual motivation and potential.

    People with disabilities will be given appropriate support in the application process and in the performance of their job functions as well as in accessing employer benefits.

    Company

    tk Uhde Egypt is one of the subsidiaries of thyssenkrupp Uhde, which knows as a leading contractor for Engineering, Procurement, Construction and Commissioning of Lump Sum Turn Key chemical plants. tk Uhde-Egypt was founded in 2004 primarily to expand the local presence and establish closer relationship to the customers in Egypt, Middle East and North Africa. Its continuously growing work-force was mostly trained in Germany and currently numbers over 225 highly skilled employees.

    From receiving your documents to acceptance: the application process

    Step 1

    Online application

    Have you found an interesting vacancy? Then apply online. You won’t need more than 10 minutes. The entire application process – from initial contact to response – usually takes between four and six weeks.

    Step 2

    Receipt of your application

    You will receive confirmation that we have received your application – within a few minutes if you apply online; it may take a couple of days if you apply by email. Our recruiters check your application documents and get in touch with you. For some positions we will conduct a preliminary telephone interview with you.

    Step 3

    Review by functional department

    Our recruiter submits a preliminary selection of candidates to the specialist department for consideration. The department will then look closely to check whether your qualifications meet the requirements of the job.

    Step 4

    Interview

    If you are a suitable candidate for the job, we’d like to get to know you personally in an interview with the specialist department and HR. If you or we need more time, we'll invite you to a second interview.

    Step 5

    The offer

    Once we have agreed the contractual details, we will send you an employment contract. We will of course also let you know if your application is not successful.

    Step 6

    Starting out with us

    Finally the time has come: welcome to thyssenkrupp!

    Step 7

    Onboarding

    When you sign your contract you take your first step into one of the world’s biggest companies. We’re there to support you – right from the start.

    Notes on application

    You will have submitted your online application to thyssenkrupp in no time! As long as the position is available on our career page, you have the opportunity to apply.

    We have adapted the application process to the current situation and conduct our interviews by video (not in the U.S.), telephone and also personally - in compliance with the applicable and necessary distance and hygienic rules. You will receive detailed information on this topic from our recruiting experts during the application process, while you can find general information and application tips here finden.

    Further information about thyssenkrupp, our products and locations can be found directly on the company website.

    We wish you every success with your application and stay healthy!

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