PROJECTS

TotalEnergies – Mozambique LNG Offshore Project (2024–Present)

Position: QA Coating Engineer

Performed inspection and quality surveillance of subsea structures and offshore piping coating systems.
Reviewed and approved coating specifications, job procedures, ITPs, and contractor technical submittals.
Supervised daily coating activities executed by TECHNIP and PETROJET teams.
Verified site and laboratory testing including DFT, adhesion, holiday detection, and environmental monitoring.
Ensured strict compliance with HSE requirements and offshore safety standards.
Monitored contractor performance against recovery plans and project milestones.
Reviewed and validated daily technical and progress reports.

ARCHIRODON – WAVE Project (ADNOC Approved Sr. QA/QC Coating Engineer) (2024)

Client: ADNOC

Developed painting and coating procedures, method statements, and Inspection Test Plans (ITPs).
Conducted internal inspections prior to official COMPANY inspections to ensure compliance readiness.
Supervised and coordinated daily activities of site coating inspectors.
Managed Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs), NRIs, and RFIs ensuring timely closure.
Achieved >90% first-time approval rate and minimized rejections below 5%.
Evaluated technical bids and supported engineering team in coating system selection.
Reviewed and approved vendor documentation and material submittals.

DNV – Senior Coating Engineer (Certification Authority) (2022–2024)

Company: DNV

Acted as third-party certification authority for offshore and subsea coating projects.
Reviewed, evaluated, and approved coating procedures, specifications, and qualification testing.
Witnessed coating qualification trials and laboratory performance testing.
Certified compliance of subsea structures, pipelines, jetty repairs, and tank maintenance projects.
Ensured adherence to international standards (ISO, NACE, project specifications).
Provided technical guidance to contractors and project stakeholders.

ARCHIRODON – BAB Project (ADNOC Approved Sr. QA/QC Coating Engineer) (2020–2022)

Client: ADNOC

Managed full coating QA/QC lifecycle for large oil & gas construction project.
Developed inspection documentation, forms, and quality control procedures.
Supervised field inspection teams and coordinated daily inspection schedules.
Conducted internal audits and verification prior to client inspections.
Managed technical bid evaluations for coating and painting subcontractors.
Coordinated closely with construction teams to ensure compliance and reduce rework.
Ensured proper documentation and final dossier compilation for project closeout.

Managed technical operations for field joint coating (FJC), line pipe coating, and rehabilitation projects across Europe, Africa, and Asia.
Led and supervised a team of 18 field engineers and technicians.
Conducted global project qualification meetings and technical pre-job conferences.
Developed and approved method statements, ITPs, and project specifications.
Delivered inspector and applicator training programs across multiple countries.
Managed induction heating generator fleet maintenance, allocation, and mobilization.
Performed internal audits across international company sites.
Represented company at international coating conferences including NACE and IPC.

SHAWCOR – Senior Technical Services Manager, Eastern Hemisphere (2007–2015, 2018–2019)

Company: Shawcor

Oman Gas Company – Duqm & Salalah Projects (2016–2017)

Company: Oman Gas Company

Supervised contractor coating activities for onshore and offshore pipeline projects.
Managed factory line pipe coating qualification and inspection processes.
Witnessed coating qualification tests and laboratory performance testing.
Ensured implementation of QA/QC and HSE standards at site.
Reviewed and approved subcontractor coating documentation and procedures.
Provided technical consultation on coating system selection and performance.

Conducted daily production inspection for 48” offshore gas pipeline coating.
Supervised subsea structure painting activities onboard SAIPEM C6 barge.
Verified coating application parameters including surface preparation and environmental controls.
Witnessed testing and ensured compliance with offshore project specifications.
Maintained QA/QC documentation and reporting.

GL – Dolphin Project Offshore (Qatar) (2005–2006)

GL – Sakhalin Phase 2 Offshore Project (Russia) (2005)

Client: Shell

Represented client as third-party coating inspector for offshore pipeline project.
Supervised field joint coating and subsea painting activities onboard SAIPEM SEMAC1 barge.
Witnessed coating qualification and performance testing.
Ensured compliance with international standards and project specifications.
Reviewed QA documentation and inspection reports.

Performed welding inspection for onshore pipelines and fabrication works.
Conducted painting and coating inspections in refineries, gas plants, and offshore platforms.
Inspected oil storage tanks fabrication and maintenance activities.
Ensured compliance with international welding and coating standards.
Provided freelance inspection services to major operators including GUPCO, MIDOR, and Petrobel.

Various Inspection Agencies – Egypt (1999–2005)

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