Scaffolding Inspector

siscojobs; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

siscojobs in Abu Dhabi, UAE, seeks a Scaffolding Inspector to uphold safety standards on scaffolding sites. The role requires reviewing erection, usage, and safety compliance, and issuing authorization only when the scaffold is deemed safe for operations.

Candidates should have at least 5 years of scaffolding inspection experience, a Diploma or technical qualification in Engineering or Industrial Safety, plus advanced scaffolding/safety certification. Industrial environment experience preferred.

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience in scaffolding inspection and safety activities.
• Diploma or technical qualification in Engineering, Construction, Industrial Safety, or related field.
• Preferred advanced scaffolding/safety certification.

Responsibilities

• Inspect scaffolding structures before use and during service to verify safety and operating conditions.
• Assess risks and identify unsafe conditions, defects, improper erection, or inadequate access arrangements.
• Review scaffold parameters before granting authorization for scaffold use.
• Verify scaffolding components, foundations, bracing, ties, platforms, guardrails, access points, and load conditions.
• Ensure erection, modification, dismantling, and usage comply with safety requirements.
• Maintain inspection records, findings, corrective-action requirements, and scaffold status documentation.
• Coordinate with site supervisors, scaffolders, safety personnel, and maintenance teams to resolve inspection observations.

Skills

Scaffolding Inspection

Risk Assessment

Structural & Operational Review

Safety Compliance

Execution Authorization

Education

Diploma or technical qualification in Engineering/Construction/Industrial Safety

Advanced scaffolding/safety certification

Job description

Our client, a reputed organization in the Inspection & Maintenance Services sector, is looking for a Scaffolding Inspector in Abu Dhabi, UAE.

Key Responsibilities

• Inspect scaffolding structures before use and during service to verify structural integrity and safe operating conditions.
• Assess scaffolding-related risks and identify unsafe conditions, defects, improper erection, or inadequate access arrangements.
• Review structural and operational parameters before granting authorization for scaffold use.
• Verify scaffolding components, foundations, bracing, ties, platforms, guardrails, access points, and load conditions.
• Ensure scaffolding erection, modification, dismantling, and usage comply with applicable project and safety requirements.
• Issue inspection status or authorization only after confirming that the scaffold is safe for intended operations.
• Maintain accurate inspection records, findings, corrective-action requirements, and scaffold status documentation.
• Coordinate with site supervisors, scaffolders, safety personnel, and maintenance teams to resolve inspection observations.

Required Skills

• Scaffolding Inspection: Strong practical ability to inspect erected scaffold systems and identify structural or safety deficiencies.
• Risk Assessment: Ability to evaluate hazards associated with scaffold configuration, access, loading, stability, and site conditions.
• Structural & Operational Review: Competence in reviewing scaffold parameters before approving work execution.
• Safety Compliance: Strong knowledge of safe scaffolding practices and inspection requirements.
• Execution Authorization: Ability to make technically sound decisions regarding whether scaffolding is suitable and safe for use.

Preferred Skills

• Experience in industrial inspection or maintenance environments.
• Strong scaffold inspection reporting and documentation capability.
• Familiarity with permit-to-work and site safety coordination processes.

Work Experience Requirements

• Candidates must have 5 years of experience relevant to scaffolding inspection and associated safety activities.
• Experience should include assessing scaffold safety, reviewing risks and structural or operational conditions, and providing technical authorization for safe execution.

Education

• Minimum: Typical requirement — Diploma or technical qualification in Engineering, Construction, Industrial Safety, or a related discipline
• Preferred: Typical — relevant advanced scaffolding/safety certification
• Additional: Candidate must be a certified technical expert; the specific certification was not stated in the requirement.