Piping & Welding Inspector

UnitedYou Ventures; Schamal al-Batina; On-site; OMR 15,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Oman is seeking a Piping & Welding Inspector to oversee and inspect welding processes, ensuring compliance with quality and safety standards. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Mechanical Engineering, relevant certifications, and at least 5 years of experience in QA/QC for Oil & Gas projects. Responsibilities include conducting inspections, generating reports, and leading HSE initiatives.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years experience in QA/QC Welding works.
• Conduct inspections in accordance with contract requirements.
• Coordinate Third Party Inspections as required.

Responsibilities

• Inspect material receipt and welding processes.
• Ensure compliance with welding codes and standards.
• Generate inspection reports detailing findings and actions.

Skills

Strong knowledge of welding processes and techniques

Quality control standards

Safety protocols

Education

BE or Diploma in Mechanical Engineering

Certification as a Welding Inspector (CSWIP, AWS)

Job description

About the job Piping & Welding Inspector

Job summary:

• Inspection at Material Receipt, in processes like fit-up, welding, NDT and Hydro testing.
• Review of Isometric drawings for the piping and mechanical installation to ensure that the latest revision of isometric is included in the work pack.
• Inspect welded joints, connections, and structures to verify compliance with welding codes, standards, and specifications.
• Ensure welds are free from defects and conform to required quality standards.
• Collaborate with Fab Shop personnel and welders to ensure proper welding techniques are followed and quality is maintained.
• Conduct visual, dimensional, and non-destructive testing (NDT) to assess weld integrity.
• Maintain accurate records of inspection findings, test results, and certifications.
• Generate inspection reports detailing defects, corrective actions, and compliance status.
• Verify that welding materials, consumables, and equipment used meet specified standards and requirements.
• Ensure that welding practices adhere to safety protocols and regulations, minimizing the risk of accidents and hazards.
• Review and approve welding procedures, ensuring they align with industry codes and quality requirements.
• Collaborate with engineers, project managers, and other stakeholders to address welding-related issues and provide recommendations.
• Provide guidance to welders and personnel on proper welding techniques, safety practices, and quality control measures.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and share best practices to enhance welding quality and efficiency.
• Stay updated on international and local welding codes and standards applicable to the shipping industry. Requirements
• Strong knowledge of welding processes, techniques, and quality control standards.
• Shall conduct work in-process inspection and co-ordinate with other agencies for final inspection as required by the contract.
• Coordinate Third Party Inspection at works arranged by Client.
• shall ensure that all fabricated items are dispatched only after fulfilling the Quality Control requirement and approval of the same by concerned Client/Consultant representatives

HSE Responsibility:

• Lead the business unit on HSE.
• Participate in regular HSE inspections at sites and enhance safety culture of team members.
• Ensure HSE standards are maintained and implemented for departments activities
• Education:
• BE or Diploma.
• Experience:
• Degree / Diploma in Mechanical Engineering with CSWIP / AWS-CWI & minimum 5 years experience in QA / QC Welding works for Refinery / Petrochemical / Oil & Gas Projects
• Certification as a Welding Inspector (CSWIP, AWS, or equivalent) is required.