Quality Inspector (Coating / Insulation / Refractory)

TALENT ONE EMPLOYMENT SERVICES; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 201,000 - 335,000; Full time

Job summary

TALENT ONE EMPLOYMENT SERVICES is seeking a Quality Inspector to oversee coating/insulation/refractory work in Abu Dhabi. You will inspect surface prep, apply coatings, verify materials, and ensure compliance with ITPs, drawings, and industry standards.

The ideal candidate has a Diploma in Mechanical or Civil Engineering, 10+ years of QC experience on oil & gas projects, and BGAS II or NACE II certification. This role requires on-site presence and strict adherence to QA/QC processes.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Mechanical or Civil Engineering required.
• Minimum 10 years’ experience as a Painting/Coating/Insulation/Refractory QC Inspector.
• BGAS Grade II or NACE Level II certification.
• Oil & Gas/Petrochemical project experience mandatory.
• Experience with major EPC contractors or their subcontractors preferred.
• Strong knowledge of QA/QC procedures and ITPs.

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

Inspection standards

Documentation

On-site coordination

Education

Diploma in Mechanical/Civil Engineering

Tools

BGAS II/NACE II certification

Job description

TALENT ONE EMPLOYMENT SERVICES | Full time

Quality Inspector (Coating / Insulation / Refractory)

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates | Posted on 08/18/2026

Responsible for inspecting and ensuring quality compliance ofcoating/painting, insulation, and refractory activities in accordance withapproved specifications, ITPs, drawings, manufacturer requirements, andapplicable 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 equipmentdatasheets.
• Verify piping/equipment readiness, cleanliness, heat tracingrelease, and protection prior to insulation activities.
• Inspect refractory installation, materials, applicatorqualifications, dry-out activities, lining integrity, and inspectionrecords.
• Monitor subcontractor performance and ensure work complieswith approved procedures, drawings, specifications and ITP/ITRrequirements.
• Record inspections, test results, deficiencies and correctiveactions; report non-conformances as required.
  

Requirements

Requirements

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