Mithran Nataraj
Dubai
Summary
Accomplished Senior Coating Supervisor / Project Engineer with more than 10 years of experience in protective coatings across offshore oil & gas, FPSO, shipbuilding, offshore wind, LNG, refineries, petrochemical and industrial construction projects. Extensive expertise in project planning, coating execution, QA/QC management, client coordination and technical problem solving while ensuring compliance with NORSOK M-501, Shell Protective Coating Specification, ISO 12944, SSPC and ASTM standards. Proven leadership managing multidisciplinary teams of over 500 personnel and delivering technically demanding projects with Zero Coating NCRs, client appreciation and successful Shell qualification.
Overview
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Certification
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years of professional experience
Work History
Project Supervisor (Coatings)
Drydocks World
Dubai
04.2024 - Current
- Managed coating execution activities from planning through project handover, ensuring alignment with project goals.
- Managed QA/QC inspectors, supervisors, subcontractors and multidisciplinary teams exceeding 500 personnel.
- Resolved complex coating issues while ensuring compliance with NORSOK M-501 Rev.7.
- Reviewed project specifications and technical data sheets, ensuring compliance with inspection requirements to maintain quality standards.
- Prepared Coating Procedure Specifications (CPS), manpower loading plans and clash programmes.
- Prepared progress reports and coordinated project completion, monitoring productivity to drive timely deliverables.
- Conducted kick-off meetings, technical presentations and client coordination meetings.
- Achievement: Delivered Valhall Topside PAU with Zero Coating NCRs and Client Appreciation.
Project Engineer / Site In-Charge
FABTECH COATING LLC
10.2020 - 03.2024
- Led industrial coating projects from award through handover, ensuring timely and quality delivery.
- Coordinated stakeholders including clients, consultants, paint manufacturers, and subcontractors to facilitate seamless project execution.
- Planned manpower, equipment, materials and project schedules.
- Prepared CPS, Method Statements, ITPs and QA documentation.
- Oversaw QA/QC inspections and reporting, driving successful project close-out.
- Completed Hatta Hydroelectric project to support energy production goals. Hydroelectric, Oman LNG Shutdown, ADNOC Borouge and ArcelorMittal projects.
Project Engineer
OOSC COATING FZC
09.2016 - 09.2020
- Managed Basrah Refinery, EGA, PDO, and shutdown tank lining projects to meet project timelines and specifications.
- Managed refinery, process vessel, and shutdown coating projects to ensure compliance with quality standards.
- Prepared coating procedures, PQTs and quality documentation.
- Qualified OOSC Coating FZC to Shell Protective Coating Specification.
- Organized and delivered TSA applicator qualification training to enhance team capabilities and ensure adherence to safety protocols.
QC Engineer
Rise & Shine LLC
01.2016 - 08.2016
- Conducted comprehensive QA/QC inspections on internal tank linings and protective coatings, ensuring compliance with industry standards.
- Executed surface preparation, WFT, DFT, holiday testing, and final inspections to enhance quality assurance processes.
- Developed QA documentation and facilitated client inspections to ensure transparency and adherence to project specifications.
Education
Bachelor of Technology - Mechanical Engineering, Energy Engineering
VIT University
Vellore,India12-2013
Skills
- Protective Coating
- Project Management
- QA/QC
- CPS
- ITP
- Surface Preparation
- Thermal Spray Coatings
- Marine Coatings
- Tank Internal Linings
- Surface Cleaning Techniques
- Specialty Coatings
- FPSO
- HVDC Topside Platform
- High Temperature Coatings
- Coating inspections
- QA Documentation
- Technical troubleshooting
- Manpower Planning
- Client Coordination
- Office suite proficiency
Certification
- AMPP / NACE CIP Level II
- ISO 9001 Lead Auditor
- Valid UAE Driving Licence
Personal Information
Title: Senior Coating Supervisor | Project Engineer | Protective Coating Specialist
Languages
- English
- Tamil
- Malayalam
- Hindi
Technical Knowledge
NORSOK M-501, Shell PCS, ISO 12944, SSPC, ASTM, Thermal Spray Aluminium, Baltoflake, Glass Flake, Epoxy, Polyurethane, Zinc Silicate, Protegol, Amercoat, High Temperature Coatings, Surface Preparation, Environmental Monitoring, WFT, DFT, Holiday Testing, QA Documentation, Final Inspection
Professional Highlights
- Over 10 years of Protective Coating experience across Offshore Oil & Gas, FPSO, Shipbuilding, Offshore Wind, LNG, Refineries and Industrial Construction.
- Successfully managed multidisciplinary coating teams exceeding 500 personnel.
- Delivered Valhall Topside PAU with Zero Coating NCRs and received Client Appreciation.
- Successfully qualified OOSC Coating FZC to Shell Protective Coating Specification.
- Prepared and completed Procedure Qualification Tests (PQT).
- Trained painters and blasters as qualified Thermal Spray Aluminium (TSA) applicators.
- Successfully executed the Internal Penstock Lining works for the Hatta Hydroelectric Power Plant – the first hydroelectric power plant in the United Arab Emirates.
- Successfully executed 108-inch Protegol pipeline coating works for ADNOC Borouge using 100% solids polyurethane system.
- Delivered multiple critical shutdown projects within demanding schedules for LNG, refinery and tank maintenance facilities.
- Extensive experience in Tank Internal Linings, Process Vessels, Pipelines, Offshore Jackets, Topside Modules and Shutdown Projects.
- Hands-on expertise with Jotun, Hempel, Amercoat, Protegol, Baltoflake, Glass Flake, Epoxy, Polyurethane and Zinc Silicate coating systems.
- Strong expertise in NORSOK M-501, Shell Protective Coating Specification, ISO 12944, SSPC and ASTM standards.
Key Projects
- Valhall PAU
- Valhall Wellbay
- Valhall PWP
- Norfolk Vanguard West
- OSTWIND 4
- FPSO Cactus
- Hatta Hydroelectric Power Plant
- Oman LNG Shutdown
- ADNOC Borouge 108-inch Pipeline
- Basrah Refinery
- EGA
- PDO
- Hazel International Tank Terminal
Timeline
Project Supervisor (Coatings)
Drydocks World
04.2024 - Current
Project Engineer / Site In-Charge
FABTECH COATING LLC
10.2020 - 03.2024
Project Engineer
OOSC COATING FZC
09.2016 - 09.2020
QC Engineer
Rise & Shine LLC
01.2016 - 08.2016
Bachelor of Technology - Mechanical Engineering, Energy Engineering
VIT University