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Nicholas Edwards

Sydney

Summary

  • A highly skilled and detail-oriented
  • NACE/AMPP Senior Certified Coatings Inspector
  • With extensive experience in
  • Marine coatings, contract compliance, and quality assurance
  • . Currently working at
  • Favcote, a naval company similar to McTaggart Scott
  • since 2010. Proficient in
  • Australian Naval Marine Coating Standards, ISO 9001, ISO 45001, and ISO 14001 practices
  • . Adept at managing work packs, ensuring availability of materials, conducting thorough inspections, and overseeing compliance with naval coating procedures. Strong leadership abilities in supervising contractors, optimising work schedules, and ensuring adherence to industry standards. Capable of aligning with international marine coating standards, including
  • BR3939 if required
  • . Originally from
  • Scotland
  • I am now in the process of relocating back from
  • Australia
  • And eager to apply my expertise in coatings inspection and marine standards within a UK-based role.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

NACE/AMPP Senior Certified Coatings Inspector & Marine Supervisor

Favcote
01.2019 - Current
  • Company Overview: a naval company similar to McTaggart Scott
  • Liaise with the Marine Project Manager (MPM) to ensure contract work instructions and documentation conformity
  • Ensure availability of parts and materials necessary for project completion, reporting shortages in advance
  • Conduct surface inspections prior to any coating application, ensuring compliance with Australian Naval Marine Coating Standards
  • Perform in-process checks for painting, including DFT, WFT, adhesion tests, and environmental monitoring
  • Verify blast profiles in adherence to MTSP 187 before coating applications
  • Ensure environmental conditions in both blast and paint booths are maintained according to industry standards
  • Manage calibration of equipment, ensuring all QC forms are accurately recorded and equipment remains within compliance periods
  • Define rework processes, liaising with Production Engineering for operational adjustments
  • Oversee material storage and stock control, ensuring correct paint volumes are mixed and waste minimised
  • Conduct final quality control inspections, ensuring products meet customer and regulatory requirements
  • Ensure client sign-off on job packs before releasing completed work
  • Lead prestart meetings and toolbox talks, ensuring team members understand safety and operational expectations
  • Maintain work schedules, assigning trained and competent staff to each project
  • Report all non-conformances to HSEQ/HR-M and MPM, implementing corrective actions
  • Investigate and report incidents, working alongside HSEQ/HR-M to ensure safety compliance
  • Assist in the performance evaluation of staff and contractors, identifying skill gaps and training needs
  • Ensure work instructions comply with state and federal WHS regulations, EEO legislation, and Australian Defence Standards
  • A naval company similar to McTaggart Scott

Industrial Painter

Favcote
01.2010 - 01.2019
  • Company Overview: a naval company similar to McTaggart Scott
  • Prepared components for naval and industrial coatings, including masking, shot blasting, and surface treatments
  • Applied various paint coatings using brush, roller, conventional, airless, and pressure pot spraying techniques
  • Conducted blast profile checks, visual inspections, and ensured environmental conditions adhered to procedures
  • Ensured correct material preparation, monitoring stock levels and minimising waste
  • Performed quality checks on painted products, ensuring compliance with customer specifications and industry standards
  • Operated overhead cranes and painting equipment, maintaining high safety standards
  • Assisted in ensuring compliance with workplace safety procedures and maintaining a clean working environment
  • A naval company similar to McTaggart Scott

Education

NACE/AMPP Senior Certified Coatings Inspector -

Train The Painter (TTP) Certification -

COSHH Certification -

Workplace Health & Safety (WHS) Training -

Risk Assessment & Incident Investigation Training -

Skills

  • NACE/AMPP Senior Certified Coatings Inspection
  • Australian Naval Marine Coating Standards Compliance
  • Surface Preparation & Inspection
  • Application Techniques
  • Environmental Condition Monitoring
  • Equipment Calibration & Maintenance
  • Work Pack & Documentation Management
  • Risk Assessment & Hazard Management
  • Material Storage & Stock Control
  • WHS Compliance & Incident Investigation
  • Supervision & Team Leadership
  • Contract Compliance & Work Scope Management
  • Proficient in reading and interpreting engineering drawings
  • Extensive expertise in Australian Naval Marine Coating Standards
  • Experienced in surface preparation and coatings inspection
  • Familiar with PPE, air-fed remote breathing equipment, and calibration monitoring
  • Strong record-keeping and documentation skills for contract compliance
  • Ability to conduct detailed inspections, quality checks, and product approvals
  • Strong organisational and communication skills for interdepartmental coordination

Education And Certifications

  • NACE/AMPP Senior Certified Coatings Inspector
  • Train The Painter (TTP) Certification
  • COSHH Certification
  • Workplace Health & Safety (WHS) Training
  • Risk Assessment & Incident Investigation Training

Timeline

NACE/AMPP Senior Certified Coatings Inspector & Marine Supervisor

Favcote
01.2019 - Current

Industrial Painter

Favcote
01.2010 - 01.2019

Train The Painter (TTP) Certification -

COSHH Certification -

Workplace Health & Safety (WHS) Training -

Risk Assessment & Incident Investigation Training -

NACE/AMPP Senior Certified Coatings Inspector -

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