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We supply the sustainable and innovative paints and coatings that our customers, communities – and the environment – are increasingly relying on. Our world class portfolio of brands – including Dulux, International, Sikkens and Interpon – is trusted by customers around the globe.
We’re active in more than 150 countries and have set our sights on becoming the global industry leader. It’s what you’d expect from a pioneering paints company that’s committed to science-based targets and is taking genuine action to address globally relevant challenges and protect future generations.
In 2018, the IMO, set an ambitious target for the shipping industry to reduce Green House Gas emissions by at least 50% by 2050 compared to 2008 levels. Fouling control coatings have an important role to play, by preventing the settlement of biofouling on the hulls of vessels thereby reducing drag, to help the shipping industry meet this target.
AkzoNobel, through our International brand, are at the forefront in the development of new solutions to provide ship owners and operators with sharper insight into the impact that coating selection will have on their operational footprint, whether through the development of the next generation of fouling control coatings, services, and predictive tools.
This is an exciting opportunity to join our team of hydrodynamists, marine biologists and chemists.
Hydrodynamics and Marine Biology team
The Hydrodynamic and Marine Biology team sit within the Fouling Control development team of AkzoNobel’s Marine, Protective and Yacht business unit.
The team delivers hydrodynamic testing of our coatings and a fundamental understanding of the physical properties of biofouling that contribute towards drag. Practical experimentation and data analysis forms a significant part of the project work within the team.
What will I be doing?
- Supporting hydrodynamic testing and evaluation within the hydrodynamic facilities (multi-purpose flumes, rotating drums, surface profile analysers).
- Conducting experiments to understand the impact coatings and biofouling have on drag.
- Work with AkzoNobel’s team of data analysts and chemists in support of project delivery.
- Conduct data analysis to understand the impact coating selection could have on a vessel’s performance
Who we're looking for
Academic requirements
- You will be working towards a Marine Science and Technology related degree (or related science/engineering disciplines) that offers you the option of taking a Year in Industry.
Additional requirements
- Experience of laboratory work would be beneficial.
- Understanding of fluid dynamics would be beneficial.
- Good at following procedures & working safely.
- Strong PC skills, experience of programming languages (Matlab, Python, R, etc.) would be beneficial
- An eye for detail and an effective team worker
- Has ideas with the energy and determination to make them happen
- Excellent communication & interpersonal skills
- Wants to work in an international environment
- Enjoys a collaborative working environment where supporting colleagues is key
What is in it for you
We offer great personal development opportunities and roles with breadth, depth of scope and impact. We also offer comprehensive packages including:
- 25 days holiday excluding bank holidays
- Income protection
- Staff discount at Dulux Decorator Centre stores
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Employee Life Assurance
- Company pension
- Flexible benefits scheme offering benefits
How to apply
Apply online via the link below and we will get back to you. We have been inventing the future for more than two centuries and need people like you to be part of the team.
We are advocates of a healthy work life balance and mental wellbeing. We may consider flexible working for this role. Applications close 31st October. First stage interviews to be held in November followed by an assessment centre.
At AkzoNobel we are highly committed to ensuring an inclusive and respectful workplace where all employees can be their best self. We strive to embrace diversity in a context of tolerance. Our talent acquisition process plays an integral part in this journey, as setting the foundations for a diverse environment.
For this reason we train and educate on the implications of our Unconscious Bias in order for our TA and hiring managers to be mindful of them and take corrective actions when applicable. In our organization, all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age or disability.
