Welding Inspector

Airswift; Hull and East Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Airswift seeks an experienced Welding Inspector to support offshore pipeline fabrication and installation on a major project. You will monitor welding quality, ensure compliance with project specs, and uphold high workmanship throughout fabrication and pipelay operations.

The role involves a 4 weeks on / 2 weeks off rotation with a quick mobilization target (27th August). You will work closely with fabrication, construction, and QA teams to resolve welding-related issues and ensure adherence to

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years' experience in welding inspection within offshore oil & gas, pipeline, or marine construction sectors.
• Demonstrable experience with pipelay welding techniques (SWS and SAW).
• Understanding of welding procedures, qualification requirements, and fabrication standards.
• Experience inspecting welds with J-bevel and X-bevel joint preparations.
• Familiar with DNV-ST-F101 (2021) and its application to pipeline fabrication/installation.
• Knowledge of QA/QC processes, welding documentation, and inspection reporting.

Responsibilities

• Monitor welding quality and ensure compliance with project specifications.
• Maintain high workmanship standards during fabrication and pipelay operations.
• Support offshore pipeline fabrication and installation activities on a major offshore project.
• Coordinate with fabrication, construction, and quality teams to resolve welding issues.

Skills

Welding inspection

QA/QC

WPS compliance

Welding documentation

Visual inspection

Fit-up inspection

Inspection reporting

Offshore pipeline experience

Subsea fabrication experience

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Welding Inspector to support pipeline fabrication and installation activities on a major offshore project.

The successful candidate will be responsible for monitoring welding quality, ensuring compliance with project specifications, and maintaining the highest standards of workmanship throughout fabrication and pipelay operations.

Role would be based on 4 weeks on and 2 weeks off rotation.

Quick start is required for this role - 27th August Mobilisation

Requirements:

• Minimum 10 years' experience in welding inspection within the offshore oil & gas, pipeline, or marine construction sectors.
• Demonstrable experience with pipelay welding techniques, including SWS and SAW (Submerged Arc Welding) processes.
• Strong understanding of welding procedures, qualification requirements, and fabrication standards.
• Extensive experience inspecting welds involving both J-bevel and X-bevel joint preparations.
• Fully conversant with the requirements of DNV-ST-F101 (2021) and their application to pipeline fabrication and installation.
• Strong knowledge of QA/QC processes, welding documentation, and inspection reporting.

Experience:

• Proven track record supporting offshore pipeline, spoolbase, or subsea fabrication projects.
• Experience monitoring welding activities and ensuring compliance with approved WPSs, project specifications, and industry standards.
• Strong background in weld visual inspection, fit-up inspection, and review of welding records.
• Experience working closely with fabrication, construction, and quality teams to resolve welding-related issues.
• Familiarity with pipeline girth weld production environments and high-volume welding operations.
• Previous involvement in large-scale offshore pipeline or EPC projects would be highly advantageous.
• Holds Valid BOISET, MIST and OEUK Medical