QAQC Welding Inspector

Overview

Responsibilities

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• Review project specifications, approved procedures, Inspection and Test Plans, WPS/PQR, and applicable codes before inspection.
• Carry out welding, fabrication, material, fit-up, welding clearance, and construction/installation inspections.
• Attend inspections as per the approved Inspection and Test Plan.
• Generate RFIs with adequate notice for Hold, Witness, and Inspection points.
• Coordinate with client representatives to ensure timely inspection completion.
• Conduct and coordinate PQR and WQT activities as per project requirements.
• Ensure welders work in accordance with approved WPS.
• Verify welding parameters during execution.
• Record welding qualification and production welding parameters as per PWPS/WPS.
• Inspect materials at site, workshop, vendor, and off-site locations.
• Coordinate field and laboratory testing to ensure compliance with project specifications.
• Conduct inspection, sampling, and testing of materials to verify conformity with contract requirements.
• Verify calibration status of all testing equipment before use.
• Perform inspection of fit-up joints, welding clearances, and material traceability.
• Mark spools for radiography and other NDT activities as required.
• Prepare NDT requests and maintain weld control records.
• Review and interpret NDT/NDE results.
• Witness weld repairs and verify qualification of personnel performing special processes.
• Inspect contractor works to ensure compliance with contract documents and accepted industry practices.
• Identify and report non-conformances.
• Raise NCRs and maintain proper quality records.
• Follow up on corrective and preventive actions implemented by contractors.
• Record and document deviations from the Quality Program.
• Maintain comprehensive records related to project execution.
• Verify accuracy of as-built drawings as per actual site conditions.
• Ensure required statutory approvals, NOCs, permits, and site documents are available before execution.
• Provide comments on Technical Queries raised by contractors.
• Perform functional checks and mechanical completion inspections.
• Monitor production quality to ensure compliance with client requirements.
• Carry out final inspections for project completion, certification, and handover.
• Prepare test packs and dossiers and obtain client approvals.
• Comply with all project HSE requirements, including PPE and permit systems.
• Promote safe working practices at site.
• Coordinate with clients, vendors, contractors, and internal teams as required.
• Be flexible to work at in-house, vendor, site, and off-site locations during day and night shifts, including urgent requirements.

Requirements

• Minimum 5–8 years of relevant experience as a Welding Inspector in the oil & gas or construction industry.
• Certified Welding Inspector qualification, CSWIP 3.2, is mandatory.
• ASNT NDE Level II certification is required.
• Familiarity with international codes and standards such as ASME, API, and AWS.
• Strong knowledge of welding processes, inspection techniques, NDT methods, and quality control procedures.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, WPS/PQR, technical specifications, and project documents.
• Good knowledge of inspection reporting, documentation, and quality records management.
• Strong understanding of material inspection, welding inspection, weld repair verification, and traceability requirements.
• Knowledge of HSE requirements, PPE compliance, and permit systems.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Good technical judgement and decision-making ability.
• Effective communication and coordination skills.
• Ability to work with clients, vendors, contractors, and internal project teams.
• Strong teamwork and collaborative working approach.
• High level of integrity, honesty, adaptability, composure, and customer focus.
• Willingness to workday and night shifts, including off days in urgent cases.
• Flexibility to support additional or revised project scope as required
• To express interest, please apply online and we will get in touch with the suitable candidates shortly