Inspector I - Quality

Petrofac; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 168,000; Full time

Job summary

Petrofac is seeking an Inspector I - Quality (EIT) for the Abu Dhabi site to perform electrical inspections and tests across cables, trays, and equipment, ensuring adherence to project ITPs and manufacturer recommendations.

Responsibilities include witnessing insulation resistance and Hi-Pot tests, testing earth systems, and final checks on transformers, switchgear, MCCs and bus ducts. Diploma in Electrical Engineering and up to 10 years in oil & gas QC are required.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
• Maximum 10 years of experience as Electrical QC Inspector.
• Experience in oil & gas / petrochemical industry.
• Experience with EPC contractors or subcontractors.
• Hazardous Area inspections: IEC 60079-17/14 training and evidence.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and test electrical installations and equipment at site.
• Witness insulation resistance tests and Hi-Pot testing on cables.
• Inspect cable trays, conduits and earthing systems before backfill.
• Ensure compliance with ITPs and vendor documentation during work.
• Conduct final inspections of transformers, switchgear, MCCs and bus ducts.

Skills

Electrical QC

Oil & Gas

IEC standards

Education

Diploma in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Petrofac is a leading international service provider to the energy industry, with a diverse client portfolio including many of the world’s leading energy companies.
We design, build, manage and maintain infrastructure for our clients. We recruit, reward, and develop our people based on merit regardless of race, nationality, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, marital status or disability. We value our people and treat everyone who works for or with Petrofac fairly and without discrimination.
The world is re-thinking its energy supply and energy security needs; planning for a phased transition to alternative energy sources. We are here to help our clients meet these evolving energy needs.
This is an exciting time to join us on this journey.

JOB TITLE: INSPECTOR I - QUALITY (EIT)

Work Location: Abu Dhabi Site

Key Responsibilities

• Inspection/testing of temporary electrical works, connections to camp facilities as and when required.
• Inspect installation of supports prior to cable tray installation.
• Inspection of cable tray/conduit installation prior to release for cable laying.
• Inspect UG stub ups.
• Inspect cable trench for dimensions and sand bedding prior to cable laying and prior to release each layer of cables.
• Monitor cable jointing/termination process to ensure manufacturer’s recommendations are followed.
• Inspect cable segregation arrangement etc prior to back filling/release.
• Inspect cable glanding ,termination, dressing etc.
• Witness Insulation Resistance/continuity test of cables on the drum, after laying, prior to trench back filling and after termination.
• Witness Hi-pot test of cables.
• Inspect/witness final torquing of the cable termination.
• Inspect installation of cable tray cover.
• Surveillance during installation of equipment at substation to ensure manufacturer’s recommendations are followed.
• Monitor preservation activities of switch gears, transformers, bus ducts and other equipment.
• Inspection of switch gear installation for alignment, location etc.
• Witness torquing of bus bar joints and doctor test.
• Witness IR test of bus bar.
• Witness Hi-pot test of bus bar wherever applicable.
• Witness various testing of switchgears including IR, Hi-pot, ductor, operational etc.
• Witness Transformer oil dielectric test.
• Witness IR test of transformer.
• Witness various electrical tests as per applicable ITP/vendor docs.
• Final inspection of transformers, Switchgears, MCCs and other equipment’s.
• Inspect installation of Bus duct.
• Witness torquing, ductor/IR test of bus duct.
• Inspect batteries, chargers and UPS. Where applicable, witness charging/discharging test of batteries.
• Inspect underground earth cable installation, cad weld joints etc prior to trench back filling.
• Inspect installation of earth electrode and earthing system.
• Witness earth resistance test of individual electrodes and earthing network.
• Witness earth loop resistance/continuity test.
• Inspection of lightning protection system of each building.
• Final inspection of earthing system.
• Inspect location of each lighting fixtures, socket out lets, junction boxes with respect to type/application.
• Inspect site routed lighting cable tray installation and release for cable laying.
• Inspect installation of distribution boards.
• Witness IR test of distribution boards.
• Witness IR/continuity test of lighting circuits.
• Witness functional test of each lighting circuits, where applicable only.
• Witness illumination level test, where applicable only.
• Monitor preservation activities of motors throughout project period.
• Inspect installation of motors including glanding termination, earthing.
• Witness IR test and /or polarization index test etc as applicable.
• Inspect installation of local control stations.
• Witness functional test from local control station to Substation, if applicable.
• Witness motor solo run test (2hrs for LV motors and 4 hrs for MV/HV motors), if applicable.
• Inspect thermite welding on top of UG pipe and witness continuity test of cables.
• Inspect installation of temporary magnesium anode, reference electrode, anode ribbon, crossings.
• Witness various inspection/testing related to CP system prior to backfilling and after back filling.
• Inspect installation of CP transformer/rectifier.
• Inspect installation of heat tracing circuits and associated components.
• Witness testing of heat tracing circuits prior to insulation and after cladding.
• Witness inspection and tests related to equipment such as diesel generators, HVAC equipment etc.
• Witness inspection/testing related to overhead power distribution/transmission lines.
• Perform initial detailed inspection of certified electrical equipment based on latest IEC 60079-17 table 1,2,3 and IEC 60079-14, or perform visual or close inspection as applicable.
• Correct interpretation of equipment labels, IP Rating etc.
• Verify IP Rating is maintained.
  

Essential Qualifications And Skills

• Diploma in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
• Maximum 10 years of experience as Electrical QC Inspector.
• Should have experience in oil & gas/Petrochemical industry.
• Should have previously worked with major EPC contractors or their subcontractors.
• For Hazardous Area Electrical Inspections: Should be an experienced person whose training has included instructions on various types of protection and installation practices, IEC 60079-17 and IEC 60079-14. (Evidence of relevant experience and training claimed shall be documented and available). If no such training is attended, he should undergo in-house training: PEC-RCD-00384, prior to assigning any Ex-Inspections.

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