API Sife Inspector

RINA; Lombardia; On-site; EUR 55,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

RINA is looking for an experienced API SIFE Inspector to perform source inspections at vendor facilities in Italy, witnessing manufacturing, assembly, testing and final inspection activities.

You will review ITPs, material certificates and manufacturing records, verify conformance to standards and client requirements, and liaise with vendors and project teams to keep inspections on schedule while upholding safety and quality.

Qualifications

• Valid API SIFE certification required.
• Experience as vendor inspector in Oil & Gas, energy, petrochemical or industrial sectors.
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing, inspection and testing for fixed equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, datasheets, specifications and inspection procedures.
• Availability for ad hoc inspections at vendor locations.

Responsibilities

• Perform source inspections at vendor facilities.
• Witness and verify manufacturing, assembly, testing, and final inspection activities.
• Review quality documentation, inspection and test plans (ITPs), material certificates, and manufacturing records.
• Verify compliance with applicable standards, project specs and client requirements.
• Monitor production progress and identify potential quality issues or delays.
• Prepare detailed inspection reports and communicate findings promptly.
• Liaise with vendors, clients, project teams and coordinators to support project execution.
• Ensure all activities are conducted in accordance with safety and quality requirements.

Skills

API SIFE Certification

Vendor Inspector experience

Fixed equipment inspection

Reading engineering drawings

Job description

RINA is looking for an experienced API SIFE Inspector to work for our client in Italy.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform source inspections at vendor facilities.
• Witness and verify manufacturing, assembly, testing, and final inspection activities.
• Review quality documentation, inspection and test plans (ITPs), material certificates, and manufacturing records.
• Verify compliance with applicable standards, project specifications, and client requirements.
• Monitor production progress and identify potential quality issues or delays.
• Prepare detailed inspection reports and promptly communicate findings.
• Liaise with vendors, clients, project teams, and coordinators to support efficient project execution.
• Ensure all activities are conducted in accordance with safety and quality requirements.

Requirements

• Valid API SIFE (Source Inspector - Fixed Equipment) certification.
• Proven experience as a Vendor Inspector within the Oil & Gas, Energy, Petrochemical, or Industrial sectors.
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing, inspection, and testing processes for fixed equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, datasheets, specifications, and inspection procedures.
• Availability for ad hoc inspections at vendor locations.

Contract Type

• Freelance or inspection agencies