Storage Tank Inspector

TÜV Rheinland Group; Tees Valley; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Group pension

25 days holiday

Hybrid working

Job summary

TÜV Rheinland Industrial Services is seeking Storage Tank Inspectors for the UK, with potential overseas deployment. You will develop inspection plans for above-ground tanks to EEUMA 159 and/API 653, coordinate NDT, assess defects, and report findings.

This role requires travel to UK client sites and a mix of office, site, and home-based work. Applicants should have an engineering qualification, EEMUA 159 Tank Assessor/Inspector certification, and NDT qualifications (UT, PT, MT).

Qualifications

• Engineering qualification such as HNC, NVQ4, BTech or degree.
• Certified EEMUA 159 Tank Assessor/Inspector.
• NDT certification for UT and surface flaw detection (PT, MT).
• Willingness to travel UK/overseas and work on client sites.

Responsibilities

• Develop inspection plans/schemes for storage tanks per EEUMA 159/API 653.
• Identify plant prep requirements for inspection.
• Inspect storage tanks as per plans and oversee NDT.
• Coordinate third-party NDT providers for extensive reqs.
• Assess defects and recommend remedial actions.
• Assist in repairs specification and coordination.
• Carry out fitness-for-service calculations per EEMUA 159.
• Prepare inspection reports and certificates with supporting docs.

Skills

Engineering qualification

NDT certification

EEMUA 159 knowledge

API 653 awareness

Education

Engineering degree

HNC/NVQ4/BTech

Tools

NDT equipment experience

Job description

TÜV Rheinland is a leading provider of technical services worldwide. We provide a broad range of testing, inspection and certification services to ensure the safety, reliability and regulatory compliance of engineering assets throughout their lifecycle. If you contribute your experience to us in the future, you will experience a surprisingly broad spectrum of national and international challenges, all of which are associated with safety, efficiency, and sustainability.

As part of the TÜV family, TÜV Rheinland Industrial Services (TRIS) are looking to recruit Storage Tank Inspector(s) for the UK, and possible overseas deployment. We are seeking experienced inspectors to join our growing Industrial team to provide Inspection and assessment of above ground flat bottomed storage tanks to industry recognised guideline EEUMA 159 and/or API 653.

Job Description

• Developing the inspection plans / schemes of examination for storage tank inspection to industry recognised guideline EEUMA 159 and/or API 653.
• Identifying plant preparation requirements for inspection.
• Examining storage tanks as per inspection plan / schemes
• Undertake and/or oversee necessary Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) for inspections
• Coordinate third-party NDT providers for extensive requirements or specialist techniques.
• Assess and grade defects found from inspection and helping to determine remedial actions / recommendations
• Assist in the specification and coordination of repairs.
• Carry out fitness for service calculations and assessment as per the inspection standard e.g. EEMUA 159
• Prepare and issue inspection reports and certificates including all necessary supporting documents e.g. photographs, NDT reports, assessment calculations etc.
• Liaise with client contacts re. inspection planning and execution
• Work strictly to recognised safe systems of work e.g. PTW, RAMS, CSE etc.

Requirements

• An engineering technical qualification e.g. HNC, NVQ level 4, BTech, Degree. (Mechanical Engineering background)
• Be certified EEMUA 159 Tank Assessor or Inspector. (API 653 may be considered)
• Be NDT certified for UT and surface flaw detection (PT, MT) preferred e.g. PCN, ASNT
• An understanding of engineering principals.
• An ability to accurately follow procedures.
• Courage to make (and defend) difficult decisions.
• Good interpersonal skills, and the capability to work independently.
• Ambition to learn and progress.
• Willingness to travel and work on client sites in UK and potentially overseas
• An understanding of fabrication processes and NDT (desirable)
• Experience of chemical and/or oil & gas industry (desirable)

What can we offer?

• Standard hours Monday to Friday 40 hours per week. Overtime available.
• Bonus Scheme based on Company Profits and Personal Targets.
• Excellent Health and life insurance, Group Income Protection, Pension, 25 days holiday.
• Permanent full-time position, office, client site, and home based – hybrid working.
• Accredited training to internationally recognised engineering appointment.
• Career progression opportunities with structured development.
• Opportunities to work in many sectors of UK industry.