QC inspector - Piping (UG)

ABIS; Riyadh Region; On-site; SAR 100,000 - 167,000; Full time

Job summary

ABIS is seeking a QC Inspector – Piping (UG) to perform inspection and testing of underground piping installation activities, including trenching, bedding, coating, and backfill, ensuring compliance with drawings, specifications, and applicable codes.

The role requires 5–8 years of experience in underground piping projects, with a Diploma/Bachelor’s in Mechanical/Civil Engineering and QC certification preferred.

Qualifications

• 5–8 years of experience as a QC Inspector on underground piping/utilities construction projects.
• Diploma or Bachelor’s in Mechanical/Civil Engineering; QC/inspection certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform in-process and final inspections on underground piping installation works.
• Witness trench excavation, pipe bedding, coating/wrapping, and backfill activities per the ITP.
• Verify underground pipe alignment, depth, and joint integrity against drawings.
• Witness hydrotests, coating integrity tests, and cathodic protection checks as required.
• Verify materials against certificates and specifications.
• Record inspection results and raise Non-Conformance Reports.
• Coordinate hold points and inspections with client/third-party inspectors prior to backfill.
• Maintain inspection records, checklists, and daily QC reports.
• Verify calibration of measuring and testing equipment on site.
• Support punch-list generation and closure for underground piping works.
• Assist in preparing quality dossiers for handover.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Integrity

Analytical Thinking

Communication Skills

Time Management

Education

Diploma/Bachelor's in Mechanical/Civil Engineering

QC/Inspection Certification (preferred)

Tools

Underground Piping Inspection Techniques

Trenching & Backfill Inspection

Coating/Wrapping & Holiday Testing

ITPs (Inspection & Test Plans)

Measuring & Testing Equipment

QC Documentation & Reporting

Job description

SECTION I: Job Summary

The QC Inspector – Piping (UG) performs inspection and testing of underground piping installation activities, including trenching, bedding, coating, and backfill, to verify compliance with drawings, specifications, and applicable codes.

SECTION II: Job Analysis

Duties & Responsibilities

• Perform in-process and final inspections on underground piping installation works.
• Witness trench excavation, pipe bedding, coating/wrapping, and backfill activities per the ITP.
• Verify underground pipe alignment, depth, and joint integrity against approved drawings.
• Witness hydrotests, holiday testing (coating integrity), and cathodic protection checks as required.
• Verify materials (pipe, coating, bedding material) 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 prior to backfill.
• 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 underground piping works.
• Support preparation of quality documentation for underground piping handover dossiers.

SECTION III: Performance Indicators

Evaluated Based On

• Inspection accuracy and completeness
• Timely identification and reporting of non-conformances
• Hold point compliance prior to backfill
• Adherence to inspection schedules
• Quality of inspection documentation

SECTION IV: Required Skills & Abilities

Core Competencies

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

Technical Skills

• Underground Piping Inspection Techniques
• Trenching, Bedding & Backfill Inspection
• Coating/Wrapping & Holiday Testing
• 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 underground piping/utilities construction projects.

Education

• Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Civil Engineering.
• QC/inspection certification preferred.