Storage Tank Inspector

Risktec Solutions Ltd; Thornaby-on-Tees; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

TÜV Rheinland Industrial Services is seeking experienced Storage Tank Inspectors for the UK with potential overseas deployments. The role involves developing inspection plans for above-ground tanks to EEUMA 159 and API 653, and performing inspections with NDT support.

Training is provided; flexible working arrangements exist. You will coordinate third-party NDT, generate reports, and ensure safe, compliant execution on client sites across the UK.

Qualifications

• Engineering qualification e.g. HNC/NVQ4/BTech/degree.
• Certified EEMUA 159 Tank Assessor or Inspector; API 653 may be considered.
• NDT certification for UT and surface flaw detection (PT, MT) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop inspection plans/schemes for EEUMA 159 and API 653.
• Prepare plant preparation requirements for inspection.
• Inspect storage tanks per plan; oversee NDT.
• Coordinate third-party NDT providers.
• Assess defects and recommend remedial actions.
• Assist in repairs specification and coordination.
• Perform fitness-for-service calculations per EEMUA 159.
• Prepare and issue inspection reports and certificates with supporting documents.
• Liaise with client contacts for planning and execution.
• Follow safe systems of work (PTW, RAMS, CSE).

Skills

Mechanical Eng

Communication

Attention to detail

Procedures follow

Travel readiness

Client liaison

NDT familiarity

Education

Engineering qualifications

Tools

NDT UT

PT/MT

Job description

Storage Tank InspectorFull Time Permanent Position

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.

Job Summary

As part of the TUV family, TUV Rheinland Industrial Services (TRIS) are looking to recruit Storage Tank Inspector(s) for the UK, and possible overseas deployment. We are seeking experenced 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.

We offer comprehensive training, flexible working, and a great pay and benefits package.

Key Responsibilities

• Development of 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.
• Examination of storage tanks as per inspection plan / schemesUndertake and/or oversee necessary Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) for inspections
• Coordination of third-party NDT providers for extensive requirements or specialist techniques.
• Assessment and grading of defects found from inspection and helping to determine remedial actions / recommendations
• Assistance in the specification and coordination of repairs.
• Carrying out fitness for service calculations and assessment as per the inspection standard e.g. EEMUA 159Preparation and issue of inspection reports and certificates including all necessary supporting documents e.g. photographs, NDT reports, assessment calculations etc.
• Liaison with client contacts re. inspection planning and execution
• Working strictly to recognised safe systems of work e.g. PTW, RAMS, CSE etc.

Experience & Skills

• Mechanical Engineering background.
• Understanding of engineering principals.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Eye for detail.
• 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.
• Understanding of fabrication processes and NDT is desirable.
• Experience of chemical and/or oil & gas industry is desirable.

Education / Certificates

• Engineering technical qualification e.g. HNC, NVQ level 4, BTech, Degree.
• Certified EEMUA 159 Tank Assessor or Inspector. (API 653 may be considered)
• NDT certified for UT and surface flaw detection (PT, MT) preferred e.g. PCN, ASNT

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