Mechanical Inspector

National Consulting Office for Engineering; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 144,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

National Consulting Office for Engineering is seeking an experienced Mechanical Inspector for field audits of waterworks infrastructure, including pipelines, valves and related installations. You will verify workmanship, material conformance and adherence to ITPs and drawings on site, and document findings in formal reports.

The role demands a minimum of five years in mechanical inspections, strong attention to detail, clear communication, and the ability to work under pressure.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or diploma in mechanical engineering or equivalent.
• Minimum 5 years of mechanical inspection experience.
• Experience in infrastructure water works, pipelines, valves and fittings inspection.
• Knowledge of ITPs, drawings, NCRs, QA/QC processes.
• CSWIP / AWS / ASNT or equivalent certifications are an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough site inspections of waterworks infrastructure including pipelines, fire hydrants, and mechanical installations to ensure compliance with project specifications, drawings, and standards.
• Perform detailed inspection of mechanical installations such as valves, fittings, flanges, supports, and pressure-testing activities.
• Prepare and submit HSE Observation Reports identifying unsafe acts/conditions and near-misses; follow up on corrective actions.
• Compile and submit Daily Inspection Reports documenting activities, findings, non-conformances, and punch list status.
• Inspect and verify material deliveries against submittals, mill certificates, and purchase orders.
• Review ITPs and Method Statements to plan and execute inspection activities.
• Identify non-conformances, raise NCRs, and monitor close-out with QA/QC team.
• Coordinate with third-party inspection agencies and client representatives at witness/hold points per ITP.
• Maintain inspection records, test reports, and quality documentation for audit and handover.

Skills

Attention to detail

Written and verbal communication

Work under pressure

Self-motivated

Deadline-oriented

Education

Bachelor's/Diploma in Mechanical Engineering

5+ years mechanical inspection experience

CSWIP AWS ASNT certifications (advantage)

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough site inspections of waterworks infrastructure including pipelines fire hydrants and associated mechanical installations to ensure compliance with project specifications drawings and applicable standards
• Perform detailed inspection of mechanical installations such as valves fittings flanges supports and pressure-testing activities to verify workmanship and material conformance
• Prepare and submit HSE Observation Reports identifying unsafe acts unsafe conditions and near-misses on site follow up on corrective and preventive actions with relevant parties
• Compile and submit comprehensive Daily Inspection Reports documenting inspection activities findings non-conformances and status of outstanding punch list items
• Inspect and verify material deliveries to site against approved material submittals mill certificates and purchase orders to ensure conformity prior to incorporation into permanent works
• Review and interpret engineering drawings Inspection and Test Plans ITPs and Method Statements to plan and execute inspection activities effectively
• Identify and document non-conformances raise Non-Conformance Reports NCRs and monitor close‑out actions in coordination with the QA QC team
• Coordinate with third-party inspection agencies and client representatives during witness points and hold points as stipulated in the ITP
• Maintain organized and up-to-date inspection records test reports and quality documentation for audit and handover purposes

Requirements

• Bachelor s Degree or Diploma in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in mechanical inspection
• Infrastructure Water Works pipeline systems valve amp fitting inspection pressure testing material verification
• Attention to detail strong written and verbal communication ability to work under pressure self-motivated and deadline-oriented
• CSWIP AWS ASNT or equivalent inspection certifications are an advantage