Integrity Engineer

NES Fircroft; Shire of Wellington; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

NES Fircroft is seeking an Integrity Engineer to support fixed asset integrity programs and improve the reliability of facility assets in Australia. You will collaborate with Asset Management, Operations, and Maintenance to deliver technical support across integrity activities and to drive improvements in integrity management practices.

Experience with in-service inspection, Fitness-for-Service assessments, and materials/corrosion management is preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience with in-service inspection and Fitness-for-Service assessments.
• Knowledge of materials engineering and corrosion management.
• Familiarity with RBI methodologies and NDE/NDT techniques.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.

Responsibilities

• Support fixed asset and pressure equipment integrity programs, including piping, pressure vessels, and relief systems.
• Provide technical support, review, and execution of integrity programs across Operations and Maintenance.
• Collaborate with technicians and engineers to prioritize integrity activities and deliver outcomes.
• Contribute to integrity performance KPIs and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain awareness of safety case requirements and industry standards.

Skills

NDE/NDT

RBI methodologies

Corrosion management

Root cause analysis

Stakeholder management

Interpersonal skills

Industry standards knowledge

Education

Mechanical Engineering

Chemical Engineering

Materials Engineering

Job description

About the Role

We are seeking an Integrity Engineer to support fixed asset integrity programs and contribute to the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of facility assets. The successful candidate will work closely with Asset Management, Operations, and Maintenance teams, providing technical support across integrity activities and contributing to the ongoing improvement of asset reliability and integrity management practices.

Key Responsibilities

• Support fixed asset and pressure equipment integrity programs, including piping, pressure vessels, corrosion integrity management, and pressure relief valves.
• Provide technical support, review, and execution of integrity programs across Operations and Maintenance.
• Work collaboratively with technicians, engineers, and other stakeholders to prioritise integrity activities and deliver agreed outcomes.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and contribute to integrity performance KPIs.
• Maintain an understanding of relevant safety case requirements and performance standards.
• Provide recommendations for repairs and maintenance of piping and pressure equipment, including supporting Management of Change (MoC) processes.
• Assist with troubleshooting and root cause analysis of equipment failures and recurring issues.
• Conduct or support Fitness-for-Service (FFS) assessments on in-service equipment.
• Keep up to date with relevant industry standards, engineering practices, and developments in integrity management.

Skills and Experience

To be considered for this role, you will ideally have:

• A degree in Mechanical, Chemical, Materials Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
• Experience in the oil and gas or a related heavy industrial environment.
• Experience with in-service inspection and Fitness-for-Service assessments.
• Knowledge of materials engineering and corrosion management.
• Experience with Non-Destructive Evaluation (NDE/NDT).
• Familiarity with Risk-Based Inspection (RBI) methodologies.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Good interpersonal and influencing skills.
• Working knowledge of relevant industry codes and standards, including AS, ASME, API, AMPP, and BS/ISO.

This position is only available for candidates with full Australian working rights.

With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.