Quality Inspector Coating Insulation Refractory

TalentOne; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

TalentOne is seeking an experienced QC Inspector to oversee coating, insulation and refractory works at project sites in Abu Dhabi. The role ensures compliance with specifications, ITPs, drawings and industry standards.

You will test and verify materials, witness coating tests, manage documentation, and monitor subcontractors to maintain quality across all activities. Candidates should have a diploma, 10+ years of field QC experience, BGAS II or NACE II, and Petrochemical exposure.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of QA/QC procedures, ITPs, inspection standards and documentation.
• Ability to work effectively at construction/project sites.

Responsibilities

• Inspect surface preparation, blasting, coating application, curing, DFT/WFT, recoating intervals, and final coating quality.
• Verify coating materials, batch numbers, traceability, storage, MSDS, equipment calibration, and applicator qualifications.
• Witness required coating tests including holiday detection, adhesion, thickness, impact and other specified NDT/destructive tests.
• Inspect insulation materials, storage, installation, cladding, protection, and compliance with line lists, isometrics and equipment datasheets.
• Verify piping/equipment readiness, cleanliness, heat tracing release, and protection prior to insulation activities.
• Inspect refractory installation, materials, applicator qualifications, dry-out activities, lining integrity, and inspection records.
• Monitor subcontractor performance and ensure work complies with approved procedures, drawings, specifications and ITP/ITR requirements.
• Record inspections, test results, deficiencies and corrective actions; report non-conformances as required.

Skills

QA/QC procedures

ITP/ITR knowledge

Inspection standards

Documentation

On-site work

Education

Diploma in Mechanical/Civil Engineering

Job description

Job Description:

Responsible for inspecting and ensuring quality compliance of coating/painting, insulation, and refractory activities in accordance with approved specifications, ITPs, drawings, manufacturer requirements, and applicable industry standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Inspect surface preparation, blasting, coating application, curing, DFT/WFT, recoating intervals, and final coating quality.
• Verify coating materials, batch numbers, traceability, storage, MSDS, equipment calibration, and applicator qualifications.
• Witness required coating tests including holiday detection, adhesion, thickness, impact and other specified NDT/destructive tests.
• Inspect insulation materials, storage, installation, cladding, protection, and compliance with line lists, isometrics and equipment datasheets.
• Verify piping/equipment readiness, cleanliness, heat tracing release, and protection prior to insulation activities.
• Inspect refractory installation, materials, applicator qualifications, dry-out activities, lining integrity, and inspection records.
• Monitor subcontractor performance and ensure work complies with approved procedures, drawings, specifications and ITP/ITR requirements.
• Record inspections, test results, deficiencies and corrective actions; report non-conformances as required.

Requirements

Requirements

• Diploma in Mechanical/Civil Engineering or equivalent.
• Minimum 10 years’ experience as a Painting/Coating/Insulation/Refractory QC Inspector.
• BGAS Grade II or NACE Level II certification for Coating/Painting Inspection.
• Oil & Gas/Petrochemical project experience is mandatory.
• Experience with major EPC contractors or their subcontractors preferred.
• Strong knowledge of QA/QC procedures, ITPs, inspection standards and documentation.
• Ability to work effectively at construction/project sites.

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