Offshore PAUT Inspector — Welds & Piping NDT Expert

Larsen & Toubro Limited; Schamal al-Batina; On-site; OMR 23,070 - 34,605; Full time

Job summary

PeopleStrong is looking for a skilled PAUT Inspector in Oman, Schamal al-Batina to conduct Phased Array Ultrasonic Testing on welded joints and critical components during offshore construction. The role involves setting up, calibrating equipment, data analysis, and ensuring compliance with project specifications and HSE standards. Candidates should have experience with PAUT inspections and data interpretation. This position focuses on high standards of reporting and documentation in a challenging offshore environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in performing PAUT inspections on welded joints and critical components.
• Knowledge of offshore HSE standards and compliance.
• Proficiency in data interpretation from A-Scan, B-Scan, C-Scan, and S-Scan.

Responsibilities

• Perform PAUT inspections on various welded joints and components.
• Setup and calibrate PAUT equipment before inspections.
• Acquire and interpret data using specialized software.
• Prepare detailed reports and ensure compliance with documentation standards.

Skills

Phased Array Ultrasonic Testing (PAUT)

Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs)

Data analysis using PAUT software

Tools

PAUT equipment

PAUT software

Job description

To perform, evaluate, and report Phased Array Ultrasonic Testing (PAUT) on welded joints and critical components during offshore construction and installation activities, ensuring compliance with project specifications, applicable codes, and client requirements, while strictly adhering to offshore HSE standards.

Key Responsibilities

1. PAUT Inspection Activities

• Perform PAUT inspections on:
  • Offshore piping welds (CS / SS / CRA)
  • Structural welds and nodes
  • Pressure vessels and pipelines (as applicable)
• Ensure inspections are carried out in accordance with:
  • Approved PAUT procedures
  • Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs)
  • Offshore work packs

2. Equipment Setup & Calibration

• Set up and calibrate PAUT equipment including:
  • Phased array probes and wedges
  • Encoders and scanners (manual / semi?automated)
• Approved reference blocks
• Project?specific calibration standards
• Ensure all NDT equipment has valid calibration certificates

3. Data Acquisition & Interpretation

• Perform data acquisition and analysis using PAUT software
• Interpret A?Scan, B?Scan, C?Scan and S?Scan data
• Detect, evaluate, and size discontinuities such as:
  • Lack of fusion
  • Lack of penetration
  • Cracks
  • Porosity and inclusions

4. Reporting & Documentation

• Prepare accurate and timely:
  • PAUT reports
  • Scan plans and data files
  • Repair and re?inspection reports
• Ensure full traceability of welds and inspection records
• Support mechanical completion, pre?commissioning, and dossier handover