Sathiya Gopal

Highly experienced Senior Coating Supervisor with over 18 years of proven expertise in corrosion control, surface preparation, blasting, and industrial coating across oil & gas, petrochemical, offshore, onshore, tankage, and pipeline projects. Extensive exposure to Saudi Aramco, Shell, and major EPC standards, with strong leadership in shutdowns, maintenance, and large-scale projects. Seeking a challenging role in a reputed organization to deliver safe, high-quality, and timely project execution.

Senior Coating Supervisor – Shell Approved - Altrad Cape East - Qatar

(2024-10)

• Overseeing coating and surface preparation activities in compliance with Shell and international standards
• Coordinating daily activities with project, QA/QC, and HSE teams
• Ensuring quality control checks and safe execution of blasting and painting works
• Monitoring environmental conditions and ensuring specification compliance

Senior Coating Supervisor – ARAMCO Approved - Kaefer Saudi Arabia Co. - Saudi Arabia

(2024-08 - 2024-09)

• Managed coating teams in compliance with Saudi Aramco standards
• Supervised coating activities on pipelines and industrial equipment
• Ensured strict adherence to approved procedures and safety requirements

Coating Supervisor – ARAMCO Approved - Manarha Al Jubail Cont. Co. Ltd. - Saudi Arabia

(2018-07 - 2024-07)

• Led coating operations for multiple Aramco projects
• Supervised blasting, painting, and inspection activities
• Controlled manpower, materials, and daily productivity
• Ensured environmental monitoring (RH, DPT, substrate temperature)

Coating Foreman - Target Engineering Construction Co. LLC - UAE

(2017-07 - 2018-06)

• Supervised blasters and painters to achieve quality targets
• Controlled materials, equipment, and daily site activities

Coating Foreman - Target / Cape East / GS E&C / BAS - UAE & Qatar

(2008-09 - 2017-07)

• Executed blasting and painting works for tanks, pipelines, and structures
• Ensured work execution as per approved specifications and standards

Diploma - Civil Engineering