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Supervisor, Manufacturing ​/ Production, Manufacturing & Industrial Operations

Job in Ras Al Khaimah, Ras Al Khaimah, UAE/Dubai
Listing for: Proteus Professionals
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-09-27
Job specializations:
  • Manufacturing / Production
    Manufacturing & Industrial Operations, Production Manager
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 150000 - 190000 AED Yearly AED 150000.00 190000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Package:

Highly competitive salary and benefits

The Opportunity

A leading international luxury yacht manufacturer is seeking an experienced Painting Supervisor to join its expanding production operation in the UAE.

This is a hands-on supervisory position responsible for overseeing the complete yacht painting and finishing process, from initial surface preparation through to final topcoat and finishing.

The successful candidate will manage painting teams and subcontractors, maintain demanding quality standards and ensure work is delivered safely and in line with production schedules.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced marine coatings professional looking to join a major yacht-building operation and work on high-end new-build projects.

Key Responsibilities Painting & Surface Preparation
  • Supervise all yacht painting and finishing activities.
  • Oversee surface preparation, fairing, sanding and masking.
  • Manage primer, undercoat and topcoat applications.
  • Supervise varnishing, finishing, polishing, touch-ups and repair work.
  • Ensure correct preparation techniques are used across:
  • Fibreglass / composites
  • Aluminium
  • Steel
  • Wood
  • Other marine substrates
  • Ensure coatings are applied in accordance with technical specifications and manufacturers' recommendations.
  • Monitor mixing ratios, application thickness, pot life and curing requirements.
  • Inspect surfaces throughout the preparation and application process.
  • Supervise painters, preparation teams, polishers and subcontractors.
  • Allocate manpower and daily workloads according to production requirements.
  • Monitor productivity, workmanship and performance.
  • Provide technical guidance and support to the painting team.
  • Ensure procedures and approved working practices are consistently followed.
Quality Control
  • Maintain the high-quality finish expected within the luxury yacht sector.
  • Identify and rectify coating defects including:
  • Runs and sags
  • Pinholes
  • Blistering
  • Cracking
  • Colour variation
  • Coordinate corrective work and rework where necessary.
  • Work closely with QA/QC teams during inspections.
  • Maintain accurate coating and inspection documentation.
  • Monitor Dry Film Thickness (DFT) and other relevant coating parameters.
Production & Project Coordination
  • Prepare daily and weekly production plans for the painting department.
  • Coordinate activities with other yacht-production disciplines including:
  • Composite / lamination
  • Mechanical
  • Electrical
  • Ensure painting activities are correctly sequenced within the overall yacht build programme.
  • Monitor progress against project schedules.
  • Identify potential delays or production issues and communicate them effectively to management.
  • Monitor usage of paints, primers, thinners, abrasives, solvents and masking materials.
  • Ensure materials are correctly stored and handled.
  • Monitor batch numbers, expiry dates and manufacturers' technical documentation.
  • Ensure spray equipment, compressors, pumps and sanding equipment are properly maintained.
  • Control material consumption and minimise unnecessary waste.
Health, Safety & Environment
  • Ensure painting operations are carried out in accordance with strict HSE requirements.
  • Enforce correct PPE and respiratory protection.
  • Monitor ventilation and environmental conditions within painting areas.
  • Ensure paints, solvents and other hazardous materials are stored and handled safely.
  • Maintain appropriate fire-safety and confined-space procedures.
Candidate Requirements The successful candidate should have:
  • 5–8 years' experience within yacht painting, marine coatings, shipbuilding, ship repair or a comparable marine environment.
  • At least 2–3 years' experience supervising painting teams
    .
  • Strong knowledge of marine coating systems and surface preparation.
  • Practical experience with both conventional and airless spray-painting systems.
  • Strong…
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