Welding Inspector

Duncan & Ross; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Oil & Gas company is seeking a qualified Welding Inspector in Abu Dhabi to ensure compliance with welding standards and project specifications. The ideal candidate should have a minimum of 5 years of experience within the industry, along with a relevant engineering diploma and certification in CSWIP 3.1 AWS-CWI. Strong knowledge of welding codes (ASME, API) and effective communication skills are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in the Oil & Gas industry in a similar role.
• Strong knowledge of welding codes and standards (ASME, API, etc.).
• Good command of English both written and verbal.

Responsibilities

• Conduct welding inspections in accordance with applicable codes.
• Review welding procedures and qualifications for proper execution.
• Monitor and verify welding activities for quality assurance.
• Identify and report non-conformities with corrective actions.
• Collaborate with QA/QC and client teams to resolve issues.
• Maintain detailed inspection records and generate reports.

Skills

Welding inspection

Effective communication

Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team

Education

Diploma in Engineering (relevant discipline)

CSWIP 3.1 AWS-CWI certification

Job description

We are seeking a qualified and experienced Welding Inspector to ensure compliance with welding standards and project specifications in a major Oil & Gas development project. The ideal candidate will have hands‑on experience in the field strong inspection capabilities and the ability to communicate effectively within a multidisciplinary team.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Conduct welding inspections in accordance with applicable codes standards and project requirements.
• Review welding procedures welder qualifications and ensure proper execution on-site.
• Monitor and verify welding activities to ensure quality and adherence to the approved specifications.
• Identify and report non‑conformities and ensure appropriate corrective actions are implemented.
• Collaborate with QA/QC construction and client teams to resolve technical issues.
• Maintain detailed inspection records and generate reports for quality documentation.

KEY QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum 5 years of experience in the Oil & Gas industry in a similar role.
• Diploma in Engineering (relevant discipline).
• Certification in CSWIP 3.1 AWS-CWI or an equivalent qualification approved by the Client.
• Strong knowledge of welding codes and standards (ASME API etc.).
• Good command of English both written and verbal.