QC Inspector - Piping - Project

ABIS; Al Jubayl; On-site; SAR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

ABIS is seeking a QC Inspector – Piping to perform inspection and testing of piping fabrication and installation activities to verify compliance with isometrics, welding procedures, and applicable codes and standards.

The role requires 5–8 years of piping QC experience on construction projects, with a diploma or mechanical engineering degree and relevant certifications. Daily field presence on active piping fronts is expected, with potential shift work as needed.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• QC/inspection certification (e.g., CSWIP, CWI) preferred.
• 5–8 years of experience as a QC Inspector on piping construction/fabrication projects.

Responsibilities

• Perform in-process and final inspections on piping fabrication and installation works.
• Witness hydrotests, NDE activities (RT/UT/PT/MT), and other required tests per the ITP.
• Verify pipe fit-up, alignment, and welding against approved isometrics and WPS.
• Verify materials, spools, and fittings against material certificates and specifications.
• Record inspection results and raise Non-Conformance Reports as required.
• Coordinate hold points and inspections with client/third-party inspectors.
• Maintain inspection records, checklists, and daily QC reports.
• Verify calibration status of measuring and test equipment used on site.
• Support punch-list generation and verification of closure for piping works.
• Ensure work fronts comply with approved method statements and piping codes (ASME B31.3).
• Support preparation of quality documentation for piping handover dossiers.

Skills

Piping Inspection Techniques

Isometrics & P&IDs

Welding Inspection & NDE

ITPs

Measuring Equipment Use

Documentation & Reporting

Education

Mechanical Eng Degree

QC/Inspection Certification

Job description

SECTION I: Job Summary

The QC Inspector – Piping performs inspection and testing of piping fabrication and installation activities to verify compliance with isometrics, welding procedures, and applicable codes and standards.

SECTION II: Job Analysis

Duties & Responsibilities

• Perform in-process and final inspections on piping fabrication and installation works.
• Witness hydrotests, NDE activities (RT/UT/PT/MT), and other required tests per the ITP.
• Verify pipe fit-up, alignment, and welding against approved isometrics and WPS.
• Verify materials, spools, and fittings against material certificates and specifications.
• Record inspection results and raise Non-Conformance Reports as required.
• Coordinate hold points and inspections with client/third-party inspectors.
• Maintain inspection records, checklists, and daily QC reports.
• Verify calibration status of measuring and test equipment used on site.
• Support punch-list generation and verification of closure for piping works.
• Ensure work fronts comply with approved method statements and piping codes (ASME B31.3).
• Support preparation of quality documentation for piping handover dossiers.

SECTION III: Performance Indicators

Evaluated Based On

• Inspection accuracy and completeness
• Timely identification and reporting of non-conformances
• First-time weld/inspection acceptance rate
• Adherence to inspection schedules/hold points
• Quality of inspection documentation

SECTION IV: Required Skills & Abilities

Core Competencies

• Attention to Detail
• Integrity
• Analytical Thinking
• Communication Skills
• Time Management

Technical Skills

• Piping Inspection Techniques
• Reading Isometrics, P&IDs & Welding Maps
• Welding Inspection & NDE Awareness (RT/UT/PT/MT)
• Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs)
• Measuring & Testing Equipment Use
• QC Documentation & Reporting

SECTION V: Required Experience and Education

Experience

• 5–8 years of experience as a QC Inspector on piping construction/fabrication projects.

Education

• Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• QC/inspection certification (e.g., CSWIP, CWI) preferred.

SECTION VI: LEVEL OF AUTHORITY

Supervisory / Managerial: No supervisory responsibility.

Financial: No financial or budget authority.

SECTION VII: MISCELLANEOUS JOB-SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS

General Profile / Specifications:

• Field-based role requiring daily presence on active piping work fronts
• Exposure to site/construction conditions
• May require shift work or extended hours to cover inspection hold points