What are the responsibilities and job description for the Field Coordinator position at Global Edge Group?
Global Edge is an international staffing firm connecting projects worldwide with the industry’s most talented project professionals. We work with high level technical and commercial personnel across multiple industries including Oil and Gas, Energy, Renewables, Infrastructure, Automotive and Motorsports, IT, Marine, Mining, and more. With offices strategically located worldwide, Global Edge is known for the highest level of delivery for our clients and contractors.
Position Overview
Our team is currently looking for a Field Coordinator for one of our clients in the LNG Industry.
The Field Coordinator / Execution Lead is responsible for the day-to-day field execution of industrial painting and abrasive blasting operations. This role ensures that all work is performed safely, efficiently, and in compliance with project specifications, quality standards, and schedules. The position acts as the critical link between the Project Manager and field crews, translating project plans into real-time execution.
Responsibilities & Essential Duties
· Direct and coordinate daily blasting and coating operations in the field.
· Ensure proper sequencing of work activities (surface prep, blasting, coating application, curing).
· Monitor crew productivity and adjust manpower to meet schedule requirements.
· Coordinate with scaffolding, containment, and support teams to maintain workflow continuity.
· Lead and supervise foremen, blasters, painters, and labor crews.
· Assign daily work tasks and ensure clarity of expectations.
· Track attendance, crew hours, and performance.
· Enforce strict adherence to OSHA regulations and company safety programs.
· Conduct daily Job Hazard Analyses (JHA) and toolbox talks.
· Ensure proper use of PPE (respirators, blast suits, fall protection, etc.).
· Monitor high-risk tasks such as confined space entry, elevated work, and hazardous coatings removal.
· Stop work authority when unsafe conditions exist.
· Ensure surface preparation meets specified standards (e.g., SSPC-SP6, SP10, SP5).
· Verify environmental conditions (humidity, temperature, dew point) prior to coating.
· Monitor coating application for proper technique and coverage.
· Coordinate with QC inspectors and immediately address deficiencies.
· Track daily progress against the project schedule.
· Report production quantities (sq ft blasted/coated, units completed).
· Identify delays or bottlenecks and implement corrective actions.
· Support Project Manager in maintaining schedule milestones.
· Coordinate delivery, staging, and proper storage of materials.
· Maintain accurate daily reports including
· Communicate updates and issues to Project Manager and stakeholders.
· Interface with client representatives, inspectors, and third-party QA/QC personnel in the field.
· Support inspections and walkthroughs.
· Ensure punch list items are addressed promptly.
Qualifications (Education, Experience, & Skills)
· 10 years of industrial experience in a respective role preferred
· 5 years experience of being involved in industrial painting/coating, sandblasting or similar field.
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