Technical Application Evaluator

About AkzoNobel

Since 1792, weve been supplying the innovative paints and coatings that help to color peoples lives and protect what matters most. Our world class portfolio of brands including Dulux, International, Sikkens and Interpon is trusted by customers around the globe. Were active in more than 150 countries and use our expertise to sustain and enhance the fabric of everyday life. Because we believe every surface is an opportunity. Its what youd expect from a pioneering and long-established paints company thats dedicated to providing sustainable solutions and preserving the best of what we have today while creating an even better tomorrow. Lets paint the future together.

Technical Application Evaluator
£Competitive plus benefits
Slough, Berkshire SL2 5DS

We encourage you to apply if you have relevant experience and expertise for this role, even if you dont meet all the criteria listed in the job description.

Weve been pioneering a world of possibilities to bring surfaces to life for well over 200 years. As experts in making coatings, theres a good chance youre only ever a few meters away from one of our products. Our world class portfolio of brands including Dulux, International, Sikkens and Interpon is trusted by customers around the globe. Were active in more than 150 countries and have set our sights on becoming the global industry leader. Its what youd expect from the most sustainable paints company, which has been inventing the future for more than two centuries.

Job Purpose

Join us and you will use your experience and decorating skills to carry out, interpret and report on experimental paint work and product development projects to agreed timelines as part the operational plan for our Decorative Paints business.

Job Responsibilities

• Schedule, prepare & carry out practical paint application tests.
• Give feedback on findings.
• Make recommendations with regards to application properties or final esthetics of coatings.
• Collaborate with colleagues in supporting paint demonstrations/reviews of new developments or existing paints to new customers.
• Build an understanding of customer needs.
• Support active roll out of products.
• Participate in ad hoc application projects.
• Collaborate with sales/marketing colleagues in providing specimen panels.
• Work safely & be proactive in improving standards.

Job Requirements

• Experienced decorator.
• Good practical skills.
• Proficient user of MS Office.
• Excellent communication & interpersonal skills.

What Makes You Stand Out

• Enjoys a collaborative working environment where supporting colleagues is key.
• Solid organisational skills & eye for detail.
• Comfortable managing multiple work streams & stakeholder communications

What do we Offer at AkzoNobel

We offer great personal development opportunities and roles with breadth, depth of scope and impact. We also offer comprehensive packages including:

• Competitive Salary (depending on experience).
• 25 days holiday excluding bank holidays.
• Income protection.
• Staff discount at Dulux Decorator Centre stores.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Employee Life Assurance.
• Company pension.
• Product discounts.
• Flexible benefits scheme offering benefits including Gymflex, retail card, dental cover and more!

We have been inventing the future for more than two centuries and need people like you to be part of the team. Apply online via the link and we will get right back to you.

We are advocates of a healthy work life balance and mental wellbeing. We are happy to look at flexible working options for all our roles.

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