Technical Service Representative

International Paint Turkey - AkzoNobel

AkzoNobel is proud to be one of the world's leading industrial companies. Based in Amsterdam, the Netherlands, we make and supply a wide range of paints and coatings. In fact, we are the largest global paints and coatings company. We are 36,000 employees - who are based in more than 80 countries. 

In line with our corporate strategy, an excellent opportunity has arisen to work as part of dynamic technical service team. 

We want to be the best – to use our leading market positions to deliver a leading performance and for that, we need the best. That is why we are looking for people like you! 

The successful candidate should have: 

• A university diploma with an engineering or Life Sciences background 
• Preferably NACE or Frosio certification 
• An understanding of inspection skills and procedures 
• Understanding of quality-control and/or the anticorrosive coating industry 
• Ability to pay attention to detail to ensure compliance and quality 
• Ability to make decisions independently and organize own work 
• Strong customer and commercial focus 
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills 
• Diplomatic, and able to resolve conflict by being fair and objective · IT skills (Outlook/ Word/ Excel) 
• English is essential 

Job Description

• Advising on paint specification and providing recommendations for preparation and application methods
• Liaising between colleagues, the Account Executive, the owner’s representative, the customer, and contractors
• Ensuring all relevant documentation is available prior to meeting customers and starting projects 
• Providing technical advice and information on products as requested
• Carrying out random inspections at every stage of the coating project in relation to surface preparation, environmental monitoring, and paint application to ensure conformity to the specification 
• Completing PC standard reports accurately and promptly, and keeping a daily logbook of all site and project details 
• Ensuring the timely delivery of paint 
• Supporting the sales staff by introducing new products or suggesting alternative coating system
• Protecting AkzoNobel’s interests by being in attendance on site, as required, to carry out inspections, clearly represent the company position in case of disputes and issue disclaimer letters when required 
• Representing the company in a professional and ethical manner at all times 
• Complying with technical service specific company HSE rules