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As of Sep 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for fire technical advisor in the United States is $114,963.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $116,000.00 and $116,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Fire Technical Advisor vs Fire Safety Engineer?

AspectFire Technical AdvisorFire Safety Engineer
Required CredentialsFire science certifications, technical trainingFire safety engineering degree, certifications
Work EnvironmentConsulting, site inspections, advisory rolesDesign, analysis, safety system development
Employer & Industry UsageFire departments, consulting firms, industrial sitesArchitectural firms, construction, industrial facilities
Common Search & ComparisonOften compared for technical expertise in fire safetyFocuses on designing and implementing fire safety systems

The Fire Technical Advisor primarily provides expert advice, inspections, and technical support related to fire safety, often working in consulting or inspection roles. In contrast, a Fire Safety Engineer designs fire protection systems and develops safety protocols. Both roles require fire science knowledge and certifications but differ in focus—advisory versus engineering design.

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Infographic showing various Fire Technical Advisor job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 1% As Needed, 88% Full Time, 6% Part Time, 3% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 88% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $114,963 per year, or $55.3 per hour.

Fabric Maintenance Technical Advisor - Coatings

The Woodlands, TX • On-site

Airswift
Recruiting and Staffing Services • 501 - 1,000 employees
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$103K - $104K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 21 days ago

Job description

Job Title: Fabric Maintenance Technical Advisor - Coatings
Duration: 1 year (possibility of extension)
Location: The Woodlands, TX
This opportunity sits with a major international oil and gas operator with a strong presence across offshore and onshore operations. The role is focused on fabric maintenance, protective coatings, thermal insulation, and passive fire protection, supporting asset integrity and reliability across Gulf of America facilities. This position offers a highly technical environment with close collaboration across Mechanical Integrity, inspection, laboratory specialists, contractors, manufacturers, and operations teams.
Key Responsibilities:
  • Develop and evaluate coating technologies for offshore applications, including anti-corrosion systems, thermal insulation, and marine environment protection.
  • Design and support laboratory and field trials to assess coating performance under offshore operating conditions.
  • Carry out failure analysis investigations and identify root causes of coating system deficiencies.
  • Conduct QA/QC audits and inspections to support compliance with industry standards, specifications, and best practice.
  • Prepare and maintain technical documentation including coating specifications, procedures, inspection protocols, and test reports.
  • Provide technical guidance during project planning, execution, and post-installation activities.
  • Assess coating materials and application methods to support long-term asset integrity and reliability.
  • Participate in contractor and vendor qualification reviews, audits, and performance evaluations.
  • Support risk assessments and materials selection for offshore assets based on operational and environmental exposure.
  • Coordinate with third-party laboratories and certification bodies for testing and product validation.
  • Identify opportunities to introduce new technologies, surface preparation methods, and sustainable coating solutions.
  • Maintain awareness of emerging coating technologies, industry standards, and regulatory requirements.
Technical Skills & Tools:
  • Advanced knowledge of AMPP, NACE, SSPC, or equivalent coating and fabric maintenance standards.
  • Advanced knowledge of protective coating systems, materials, and specifications.
  • Advanced knowledge of insulation and thermal coating system requirements.
  • Experience with coating inspection, testing, and quality control methodologies.
  • Understanding of failure analysis and root cause investigation techniques.
  • Strong expertise in protective coatings and corrosion prevention.
  • Knowledge of surface preparation and coating application methods.
  • Technical documentation and report-writing capability.
  • Inspection, testing, quality assurance, and project coordination capability.
Required Experience:
  • Minimum 10 years of experience within the oil and gas industry.
  • Experience supporting offshore facilities, asset integrity programmes, coatings, insulation, and corrosion control initiatives.
  • Knowledge of offshore and onshore operating environments.
Certifications:
  • AMPP (formerly NACE/SSPC) certification (Preferred)
Nice?to?Have:
  • Gulf of America experience.
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