Protective Coatings Estimator / Administrator

Tema Group Projects Include:

Full-Time Cardiff Tema Protective Coatings

We're looking for a detail driven Protective Coatings Estimator / Administrator to join our growing team. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast paced technical environment, enjoys problem solving, and takes pride in delivering accurate, compliant, and well structured work.

You'll support our operations by preparing estimates, coordinating project documentation, and ensuring seamless communication between clients, suppliers, and our internal teams. If you have a strong eye for detail and a passion for quality, this is an excellent opportunity to develop your career within the industrial coatings sector.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare accurate cost estimates for protective coatings, surface preparation, and related works


• Review specifications, drawings, and client requirements to ensure compliance with industry standards (ISO, NORSOK, etc.)


• Produce and maintain project documentation, including method statements, QA/QC records, and material traceability


• Liaise with suppliers to obtain pricing, lead times, and technical data


• Support project managers with scheduling, procurement, and progress reporting


• Maintain organised administrative systems to ensure smooth project delivery


• Assist with tender submissions, pre qualification documents, and client correspondence


• Ensure all work aligns with company procedures, safety requirements, and quality expectations


• Experience in protective coatings, industrial painting, or a related technical field


• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously


• Confidence working with technical documents, specifications, and data sheets


• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)


• A proactive mindset with a commitment to accuracy and quality


• Ability to work independently and as part of a wider operational team

Why Join Us

• Opportunity to grow within a specialist, high performing industry


• Supportive team environment with ongoing training and development


• Exposure to major infrastructure, industrial, and commercial projects


• Competitive salary and benefits package


• A role where your attention to detail and technical understanding genuinely make a difference

About the Role Full-Time Cardiff Tema Protective Coatings We're looking for a detail driven Protective Coatings Estimator / Administrator to join our growing team. This role is ideal for someone who

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Tema Groups Facilities Include:

• Complete project management, including design and drafting, material supply, non-destructive testing, inspection, protective coating and transportation.


• Precision machining capabilities with a single piece weight capacity of 10 ton.


• Protective treatment plant, with multiple surface preparation and coating capabilities.


• Complete project management, including design and drafting, material supply, non-destructive testing, inspection, protective coating and transportation.


• Provision for the segregation of low and high alloy steels to prevent contamination

Services

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