Inspection Assistant Project Engineer

BILFINGER; Scotland; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering and maintenance provider in the UK is seeking an Assistant Inspection Project Engineer to support the coordination and delivery of inspection services. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of offshore oil and gas experience, proficiency in Microsoft and SAP, and a high school diploma or equivalent. This role offers a permanent position with responsibilities spanning operational support, financial forecasting, and management of resources.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of experience in the offshore oil and gas environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft, SAP, or similar databases.
• High school diploma or equivalent; additional qualifications are desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide operational support to Bilfinger and the client, both onshore and offshore.
• Update operational rotas.
• Manage materials and equipment, including trackers, shipping, write-offs, and transfers.
• Review and approve weekly offshore timesheets.

Skills

Operational support

Communication

Time management

Financial forecasting

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft

SAP

Job description

Bilfinger UK is a leading engineering and maintenance provider supporting customers across various markets, including chemical & petrochemical, nuclear, oil & gas, pharmaceuticals & biopharma, power & energy, utilities, renewables, and food & beverage. We focus on enhancing asset efficiency, ensuring high availability, and reducing maintenance costs.

With extensive experience in offshore and onshore facilities, we specialize in asset management throughout all lifecycle phases, from consulting and engineering to decommissioning.

Our committed team of over 4,500 employees operates from 14 strategic offices, upholding the highest safety, compliance, and quality standards.

The role of Assistant Inspection Project Engineer involves supporting the coordination, planning, and delivery of inspection services on the Torus CNRI contract. The role requires ensuring activities are carried out safely and effectively, in line with company procedures and standards of service, while adhering to principles of independence and impartiality.

Main Responsibilities

• Provide operational support to Bilfinger and the client, both onshore and offshore.
• Complete mobilisation requirements for personnel and equipment offshore.
• Update operational rotas.
• Attend meetings to maintain communication with offshore teams and clients.
• Assist in preparing presentation materials.
• Manage materials and equipment, including trackers, shipping, write-offs, and transfers.
• Coordinate with stores and shipping departments for equipment issuance.
• Record onshore working and training hours for offshore personnel.
• Review and approve weekly offshore timesheets.
• Approve third-party invoices and investigate discrepancies.
• Ensure correct invoicing data for labor and plant prior to submission.
• Assist in preparing financial forecasts.
• Ensure timely receipt of inspection reports, HSE reports, and relevant documents from offshore.
• Address PAYE wage queries and approve expenses.
• Manage offshore holiday requests.
• Complete qualification forms before mobilization to ensure personnel competence.
• Coordinate training with the T&C team.
• QC check inspection reports from offshore.
• Arrange and track TLD badges for classified workers.
• Assist the Inspection Project Manager, Project Planner, and Project Engineer, providing cover during absences.

Experience & Qualifications

• At least 5 years of experience in the offshore oil and gas environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft, SAP, or similar databases.
• Potential for progression to higher management levels.
• Experience in in-service inspection is desirable.
• High school diploma or equivalent; additional qualifications are desirable.

The successful candidate will perform duties safely and in accordance with company procedures, maintaining high service standards and adhering to principles of independence and impartiality.

For inquiries, contact 01224 246246.

Position: Permanent, Bilfinger UK Limited, Operations.