Glass-Reinforced Epoxy Inspector

Astron Group; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Astron Group is seeking a GRE Inspector to verify quality of GRE, GRP and HDPE piping systems on industrial projects. You will inspect materials, installations, joints, testing, and workmanship to ensure compliance with drawings, specifications, and quality standards.

Responsibilities include verifying identification, dimensions, and traceability; reviewing jointing and curing parameters; witnessing tests; maintaining inspection records; and coordinating with construction teams, QA/QC personnel,

Qualifications

• 8–10 years of relevant experience in GRE, GRP and/or HDPE materials and piping systems.
• Practical knowledge of composite and thermoplastic piping materials, fittings, installation, and joining techniques.
• Ability to interpret piping drawings, project specifications, method statements, and ITPs.
• Knowledge of material inspection, jointing procedures, pressure testing, and quality documentation.
• Ability to identify installation defects and manage non-conformance reporting and corrective actions.

Responsibilities

• Inspect GRE, GRP, and HDPE pipes, fittings, and related materials to verify compliance with approved specifications and project requirements.
• Verify material identification, dimensions, condition, certificates, and traceability.
• Inspect piping installation, alignment, supports, handling, storage, and joint preparation.
• Monitor joining activities, including adhesive bonding, lamination, butt fusion, or electrofusion, as applicable to the material and approved procedures.
• Verify jointing parameters, workmanship, and curing requirements according to approved procedures.
• Witness or review applicable pressure tests, leak tests, and other required inspections.
• Ensure installation activities comply with approved drawings, method statements, Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs), and manufacturer recommendations.
• Identify defects, material damage, and non-conformities; coordinate corrective actions and verify rectification.
• Maintain inspection reports, material records, jointing logs, test reports, and quality documentation.
• Coordinate with construction teams, QA/QC personnel, contractors, and client representatives to resolve inspection issues.
• Ensure compliance with project quality requirements and applicable site safety procedures.

Skills

GRE/GRP/HDPE piping

Materials inspection

Jointing techniques

Piping drawings interpretation

Quality documentation

Communication & coordination

Education

Technical Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Job Description:

Job Summary

The Glass-Reinforced Epoxy (GRE) Inspector is responsible for inspecting and verifying the quality of GRE (Glass-Reinforced Epoxy), GRP (Glass-Reinforced Plastic), and HDPE (High-Density Polyethylene) materials and piping systems in industrial projects. The role involves checking materials, installation activities, joints, testing, and workmanship to ensure compliance with approved drawings, project specifications, and quality standards.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Inspect GRE, GRP, and HDPE pipes, fittings, and related materials to verify compliance with approved specifications and project requirements.
• Verify material identification, dimensions, condition, certificates, and traceability.
• Inspect piping installation, alignment, supports, handling, storage, and joint preparation.
• Monitor joining activities, including adhesive bonding, lamination, butt fusion, or electrofusion, as applicable to the material and approved procedures.
• Verify jointing parameters, workmanship, and curing requirements according to approved procedures.
• Witness or review applicable pressure tests, leak tests, and other required inspections.
• Ensure installation activities comply with approved drawings, method statements, Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs), and manufacturer recommendations.
• Identify defects, material damage, and non-conformities; coordinate corrective actions and verify rectification.
• Maintain inspection reports, material records, jointing logs, test reports, and quality documentation.
• Coordinate with construction teams, QA/QC personnel, contractors, and client representatives to resolve inspection issues.
• Ensure compliance with project quality requirements and applicable site safety procedures.

Mandatory Requirements

• Technical Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• 8–10 years of relevant experience in GRE, GRP, and/or HDPE materials and piping systems.
• Practical knowledge of composite and thermoplastic piping materials, fittings, installation, and joining techniques.
• Ability to interpret piping drawings, project specifications, method statements, and ITPs.
• Knowledge of material inspection, jointing procedures, pressure testing, and quality documentation.
• Ability to identify installation defects and manage non-conformance reporting and corrective actions.
• Good communication, reporting, and site coordination skills.