Senior Inspector - NDT & Welding Inspection

The Senior Inspector is responsible for planning, coordinating, and executing inspection activities related to welding, non-destructive testing (NDT), fabrication, and quality assurance processes. The role requires extensive technical expertise across multiple NDT methods, strong knowledge of international codes and standards, and the ability to manage laboratory activities while ensuring compliance with client, regulatory, and Intertek requirements.

The Senior Inspector acts as a technical reference for inspection projects, supports business development activities through technical input during tendering phases, and maintains effective relationships with clients, suppliers, manufacturers, and certification bodies.

Inspection & Quality Assurance

• Review inspection assignment instructions and evaluate their adequacy, feasibility, and technical compliance.
• Plan, coordinate, and execute inspection activities at manufacturers', suppliers', fabrication yards', and contractors' facilities.
• Carry out inspections related to fabrication, welding, pressure equipment, structural steel, pipelines, and industrial components.
• Verify compliance with applicable international standards, client specifications, inspection test plans (ITPs), and project requirements.
• Conduct surveillance, witness, hold-point, and final inspections as required by project documentation.
• Participate in pre-production meetings, kick-off meetings, quality reviews, and technical discussions with clients.
• Prepare and issue accurate inspection reports, technical findings, and non-conformance reports within agreed deadlines.
• Support root cause analysis and corrective action verification when quality issues are identified.

NDT Laboratory Management

• Coordinate and supervise NDT laboratory operations.
• Ensure laboratory activities comply with ISO 17025 requirements, company procedures, and client specifications.
• Review testing procedures and ensure proper implementation of approved NDT techniques.
• Manage equipment calibration, maintenance schedules, and laboratory documentation.
• Monitor personnel qualifications and certification validity.
• Ensure safe execution of laboratory and field NDT activities.
• Support audits, accreditation assessments, and quality system improvements.

Non-Destructive Testing (NDT)

Perform, supervise, validate, and review NDT activities, including:

• Visual Testing (VT)
• Penetrant Testing (PT)
• Magnetic Particle Testing (MT)
• Ultrasonic Testing (UT)
• Phased Array Ultrasonic Testing (PAUT)
• Time of Flight Diffraction (TOFD)
• Radiographic Testing (RT)
• Eddy Current Testing (ET), where applicable

The role requires certification at minimum Level II in the applicable NDT methods and the capability to evaluate inspection results and technical reports.

Welding Inspection

• Review and assess Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS), Procedure Qualification Records (PQR), and Welder Qualification Records (WQT/WPQ).
• Verify welding activities during fabrication and construction phases.
• Assess welding consumables management and traceability systems.
• Monitor welding quality and compliance with codes and standards.
• Support clients in resolving welding-related technical issues.

Commercial & Technical Support

• Provide technical input for quotations, proposals, and tender submissions.
• Support project managers and clients with inspection planning and technical recommendations.
• Participate in business development initiatives by identifying inspection opportunities and client needs.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of inspection methodologies and service offerings.

Client Relationship Management

• Establish and maintain professional relationships with clients, manufacturers, subcontractors, and regulatory authorities.
• Act as a technical representative during inspections and project meetings.
• Ensure delivery of high-quality customer service and technical support.

Qualification Requirements

Mandatory Certifications

The successful candidate shall hold:

• NDT Level II certification (minimum) in multiple methods according to ISO 9712, PCN, ASNT, or equivalent certification schemes.
• Certified Welding Inspector qualification, such as:
• CSWIP Welding Inspector
• International Welding Inspector (IWI-C)
• International Welding Engineer (IWE)
• Equivalent internationally recognized certification.

Education

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Engineering, Metallurgy, Welding Engineering, or equivalent technical discipline preferred.
• Technical Diploma with significant industry experience may also be considered.

Experience Requirements

• Minimum 7-10 years of experience in inspection, NDT, welding, fabrication, or quality assurance activities.
• Proven experience in industrial sectors such as:
• Oil & Gas
• Energy & Power Generation
• Petrochemical
• Offshore and Marine
• Manufacturing
• Pressure Equipment
• Pipelines and Infrastructure
• Previous experience coordinating NDT laboratories and inspection teams is highly desirable.

Technical Knowledge

Strong knowledge of:

• ISO 9712
• ISO 17025
• EN 1090
• ISO 3834
• ASME Section V
• ASME Section VIII
• ASME B31.3 / B31.8
• API Standards
• AWS D1.1
• PED 2014/68/EU
• Pressure Equipment and Construction Codes

Key Competencies

• Advanced technical expertise in NDT and welding inspection
• Strong analytical and reporting skills
• Leadership and team coordination
• Client-focused mindset
• Problem-solving and decision-making abilities
• High attention to detail
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously