Senior Inspection Engineer

INEOS Chemicals Grangemouth Limited; Grangemouth; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

34 days holidays (incl. bank holidays)

Discretionary bonus up to 20%

Pension scheme

Gym facilities

Holiday purchase scheme

Life assurance

Employee assistance programme

Job summary

INEOS Chemicals Grangemouth Limited is seeking a senior inspection engineer to provide specialist inspection support across FPS integrity. You will manage mechanical, civil and structural integrity activities, ensuring compliance with PSSR, PSR, COMAH, PFEER, SCR and driving 100% asset availability.

Reporting to the Integrity Manager, you will lead a small NDT team, prepare examination schemes, deliver compliant inspection reports and contribute to RBI processes.

Qualifications

• Minimum Category 3 Inspection Engineer as defined in UKAS RG2.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a relevant discipline, with at least 1 year in in-service inspection of pressure systems.
• 1–4 specialist areas of inspection accountability.
• Detailed knowledge of relevant industry codes and standards.
• In-depth knowledge of routine non-destructive inspection techniques and appreciation of specialist NDT techniques.
• Understanding of materials and corrosion mechanisms.
• Strong leadership and problem solving skills.
• Strong communication skills and ability to interface with multi-disciplinary teams.
• Commitment to personal safety and procedural compliance.

Responsibilities

• Prepare Written Schemes of Examination in accordance with PSSR 2000 and Examination section of the quality manual.
• Deliver safe and competent examination of equipment to the requirements of the WSE.
• Provide expert judgement in inspection and endorsement of all inspectable items in area of responsibility.
• Lead and manage a team of NDT technicians (typically 3-5) and coordinate with asset & IM planning functions.
• Deliver Integrity related Asset Inspections to comply with IGGN 30, PSSR and Element 4 of the Management System.

Skills

Inspection engineering

NDT techniques

Leadership

Code knowledge

Materials & corrosion

Safety compliance

Communication

Tools

UKAS RG2 training

ASME Plant Inspector training

Job description

senior inspection engineer

Role Duration

Permanent

Location

Grangemouth, with Occasional Travel to Aberdeen/Offshore

about the role

Reporting to the Integrity Manager, the post holder will provide Inspection Engineering support within the FPS Integrity areas. Delivering mandatory inspection activity covering mechanical, civil and structural integrity requirements as well as ensuring compliance with integrity related legal requirements, e.g. PSSR, PSR, COMAH, PFEER, SCR and delivering compliance with site inspection standards and business goals for asset integrity, e.g. IGGN30, 20Ps and FPS business goals for 100% availability.

What does the day to day look like?

• Adhere to and promote INEOS 20 Principles and 7 Life saving rules to colleagues and external vendors.
• Prepare Written Schemes of Examination in accordance with PSSR 2000 and Examination section of the quality manual.
• Deliver safe and competent examination of equipment to the requirements of the WSE.
• Deliver suitably approved inspection reports, aligned with regulatory requirements, to the owner or user recording the result of the examination, necessary remedial action/recommendations and defining the maximum period of time allowed before the next examination (Equipment Endorsement Interval).
• Provide expert judgement in all matters pertaining to inspection and endorsement of all inspectable items in area of responsibility.

• Where required, assess and agree postponements of examination, where this is deemed technically appropriate.

• Lead and manage, team of NDT technicians (typically 3-5), coordinating with asset & IM planning functions, and site Control of Work.
• Provide technical expertise and support into the RBI process and wider business with regards to inspection and NDT.
• In accordance with PS7, deliver Integrity related Asset Inspections to comply with IGGN 30, PSSR and the requirements of Element 4 of the Management System.
• Maintain a high standard of personal safety whilst at work, adhering to all required rules and procedures.
• In accordance with PSSR Regulations, the job holder fulfils the role of the Competent Person
• Requirement to have a good understanding of the hazards, associated control of work systems, integrity threats and degradation mechanisms working on top tier COMAH sites and offshore platforms.
• A broad mechanical understanding, knowledge and experience in integrity management & processes, e.g. RBI / RBI, across a range of equipment types; pipework, pipelines, storage tanks, vessels, heat exchanges, accumulators etc.
• The Integrity team holds UKAS accreditation for its in-service inspection activities; post is required to be free of commercial, financial and other pressures which may affect impartiality.
• Accredited inspection based training aligned with requirements of UKAS RG2, e.g. ASME Plant Inspector.
• In-depth knowledge and ability to select suitable Non-Destructive Testing techniques, and recognise opportunities for the implementation of new or emerging technologies.
• Ensure that IM standards, procedures and processes for mechanical equipment are adhered to, e.g. IGGN30.
• Participate in and provide expert input to RBI reviews within plant area of responsibility.

What do I need?

• Minimum Category 3 Inspection Engineer as defined in UKAS RG2.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience within a relevant discipline of which at least one year spent working within an engineering discipline associated with the in-service inspection of pressure systems.
• Minimum of 1 and up to 4 specialist areas of inspection accountability.
• Detailed knowledge of relevant industry codes and standards.
• In-depth knowledge of routine non-destructive inspection techniques and an appreciation of specialist NDT techniques.
• Understanding of materials and corrosion mechanisms.
• Strong leadership and problem solving skills.
• Strong communication skills and ability to interface with multi-disciplinary teams.
• Ability to maintain a high standard of personal safety whilst at work, adhering to all required rules and procedures.

About us

When you join us at FPS, you are part of a much larger family. INEOS is a truly global company, with a diverse portfolio of businesses ranging from petrochemicals and healthcare to consumer brands and sports interests. Our products touch and enhance every aspect of modern life.

The Forties Pipeline System (FPS) plays a key role in safely and reliably transporting hydrocarbons from the central North Sea, onshore for processing.

We pride ourselves in offering a working environment that is friendly and welcoming. We will give you the support and space to develop yourself, feel empowered and to have a fulfilling professional career with us.

We are constantly striving for operational excellence, whether improving the energy efficiency of our plants, developing new ways of working or delivering on our net zero commitments. We like to push the boundaries and challenge conventional thinking.

Sustainability is fundamental to everything we do. Our business is already underpinning the journey and transition to a low-carbon future across Scotland and the UK. More information on our latest Environmental Public statement can be found here.

So; if you share our vision for a sustainable future, if you possess the skills and competencies to help deliver our net zero road map and if you want to be a part of the remarkable next step in the development of our business, we’d like to hear from you.

What’s in it for you?

We offer an excellent package with a 34 days holidays per year (inclusive of bank holidays), a competitive salary and a discretionary business bonus scheme (opportunity of up to 20%).

We have a range of benefits available including a generous contributory pension scheme, holiday purchase scheme, gym facilities/ gym membership, enhanced maternity/ paternity leave, salary sacrifice car leasing, life assurance and an employee assistance programme which includes mental and physical wellbeing, financial and legal advice and support.

As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We actively encourage applicants from all protected characteristics and commit to providing any reasonable adjustments required during the application, assessment and upon joining INEOSFPS. If you would like to discuss any adjustments you may require throughout the recruitment and selection process please contact [e-mail].