Associate Quality Inspector - Inspection

Mc Dermott; Dubai; On-site; AED 78,120 - 122,760; Full time

Job summary

McDermott International, Ltd is seeking an Associate Quality Inspector - Inspection in Dubai for supporting product conformity checks, field inspections, and surveillance activities within an oil and energy project environment.

The role requires a disciplined candidate with 2 years of quality control or inspection experience, capable of working under guidance while contributing to project quality plans, ITPs, and customer specifications.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or degree is required.
• 2 years of quality control or inspection experience preferred.
• Experience with oil and energy sector projects is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist Senior Quality Inspectors to determine product conformity against customer specifications and approved drawings.
• Support daily surveillance activities, inspections, and quality tests in line with project QP.
• Identify non-conformities and support corrective actions to closure.
• Document inspection results accurately and ensure traceability of records.
• Assist coordination between operations, clients, certifying authorities, and subcontractors.
• Ensure adherence to project quality plans, ITPs, and approved drawings during field inspections.

Skills

Quality inspection

Quality control

Field inspections

Inspection and test plans

Project Quality Plan

Approved drawing review

Non-conformance identification

Corrective action documentation

Inspection records

Audit support

Subcontractor coordination

Client inspection coordination

Education

High school diploma or degree

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Associate Quality Inspector - Inspection

Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Industry: Oil and Energy

Function: Quality Assurance

Experience: 2 years in quality control, inspection, or discipline‑related inspection work

Job Type: Full‑time

Salary: 7000-11000 (Estimated salary range based on similar jobs in the city; please confirm the final offer with the employer.)

Job Overview

Associate Quality Inspector - Inspection in Dubai, United Arab Emirates is an Oil and Energy opportunity for a quality inspection professional who can support product conformity checks, field inspections, surveillance activities, inspection documentation, and non‑conformance follow‑up. This role is suited for a disciplined candidate with quality control experience, practical inspection awareness, and the ability to work under guidance while supporting project quality plans, inspection and test plans, approved drawings, customer specifications, and corrective action processes.

Role Context

The Associate Quality Inspector supports inspection and quality activities that help confirm whether products, materials, and field work meet project specifications and customer requirements. The role works closely with Senior Quality Inspectors, Quality Inspectors, operations teams, clients, certifying authorities, job sharing personnel, and subcontractors to verify conformity, document inspection results, identify non‑conformities, and support corrective action closure. By assisting with daily surveillance, field inspections, audits, and inspection records, this position helps protect project quality, reduce rework, and improve confidence in final product acceptance.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist Senior Quality Inspectors and Quality Inspectors in determining product conformity against customer specifications, approved drawings, project quality plans, and inspection requirements.
• Support independent inspections, daily surveillance activities, and quality tests in line with the Project Quality Plan.
• Help identify non‑conformities that require rectification and support follow‑up until final resolution.
• Assist in appraising product quality to determine conformity or non‑conformity against approved drawings and inspection and test plans.
• Document inspection results accurately and ensure records are clear, complete, and traceable.
• Raise required documentation when non‑conformity exists to support corrective action and quality resolution.
• Assist with coordination between operations, certifying authorities, clients, job sharing personnel, subcontractors, and project quality teams.
• Support verification that project specifications are followed during inspection and field quality activities.
• Assist in field inspections according to project specifications, scope of work, Project Quality Plan, and applicable ITP requirements.
• Help confirm adherence to approved procedures and plans through effective audit support and surveillance activities.
• Maintain careful attention to detail when checking drawings, inspection documents, test records, and quality requirements.
• Follow existing inspection procedures to resolve routine or standard quality problems.
• Receive guidance from senior team members while building practical knowledge of inspection methods, quality procedures, and project documentation.
• Support communication of inspection findings to relevant team members for corrective action and timely closure.
• Contribute to a quality‑focused work environment by helping ensure products and work activities meet required project standards.

Ideal Profile

• High school diploma or degree in a relevant field of study.
• Minimum 2 years of quality control, inspection, field inspection, or discipline‑related quality experience.
• Experience supporting inspections in oil and energy, fabrication, construction, engineering, offshore, marine, or industrial project environments is preferred.
• Basic understanding of product conformity, non‑conformance reporting, inspection and test plans, project quality plans, and approved drawings.
• Ability to follow established inspection procedures and work under guidance from senior inspectors.
• Proficient with computers and Microsoft programs, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Strong attention to detail when reviewing inspection results, documentation, drawings, and quality records.
• Good communication skills for working with inspectors, operations teams, subcontractors, clients, and certifying authorities.
• Organized approach to documentation, surveillance support, corrective action tracking, and inspection follow‑up.
• Ability to identify routine inspection concerns and elevate issues clearly when required.
• Practical mindset with willingness to learn quality standards, project specifications, inspection methods, and site quality processes.

Skills Set

• Quality inspection
• Quality control
• Product conformity checks
• Field inspections
• Daily surveillance
• Inspection and test plans
• Project Quality Plan
• Approved drawing review
• Customer specifications
• Non‑conformance identification
• Corrective action documentation
• Inspection records
• Audit support
• Quality surveillance
• Subcontractor coordination
• Client inspection coordination
• Certifying Authority coordination
• Operations interface
• Scope of work verification
• Documentation control
• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft Outlook
• Quality reporting
• Inspection follow‑up
• Oil and energy quality

Why Join Us

This opportunity provides a strong foundation for quality inspection professionals who want to grow within a major oil and energy project environment. The role offers exposure to field inspections, product conformity checks, project quality plans, client requirements, non‑conformance control, and inspection documentation. It is a practical career step for candidates who want to build deeper inspection capability while supporting safe, reliable, and specification‑compliant project delivery.

About the Company

McDermott International, Ltd is a global engineering, procurement, construction, installation, and technology company serving the oil and energy sector. The company supports offshore, subsea, onshore, and energy transition projects across the energy value chain. In Dubai, McDermott International, Ltd offers opportunities for quality and inspection professionals who want to contribute to technically disciplined, safe, and sustainable energy project execution.