Construction Quality Non Destructive Testing Lead Inspector

SBM Offshore; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

SBM Offshore is seeking a Construction Quality Non-Destructive Testing Lead Inspector to oversee on-site NDT activities in Singapore for FPSO construction. The role focuses on UT, RT, MPT, DPT, and ECT inspections, with responsibility for inspection plans, reporting, and safety compliance.

You will lead a team of NDT inspectors, ensure adherence to industry standards, and collaborate with engineering to resolve non-conformances and optimize inspection efficiency.

Qualifications

• Diploma in an engineering field with relevant FPSO experience.
• Extensive experience in NDT inspection on offshore/marine projects.
• Certifications in NDT methods (UT/RT/MPT/DPT/ECT) and related standards.

Responsibilities

• Oversee on-site NDT activities (UT, RT, MPT, DPT, ECT) during FPSO construction.
• Develop and implement NDT inspection plans aligned with schedules.
• Ensure compliance with ASME/API/ISO and safety requirements.
• Lead, train, and certify NDT inspectors; maintain documentation and NCRs.
• Collaborate with engineering to interpret results and address defects.

Education

Diploma in Mechanical/Marine/Structural Engineering

FPSO project experience

Advanced NDT technologies familiarity

Tools

PAUT

AUT

Digital radiography

UT

RT

MPT

DPT

ECT

ASNT Level III

Job description

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Construction Quality Non Destructive Testing Lead Inspector

Job Family: Construction Quality

Location:

Singapore, SG, 628054 Marly, 1723

Description:

Imagine your career taking you to the depths of innovation and the heights of impact. Our people enable continuous progress. Their commitment, collective expertise, and unique capabilities are the engine room behind SBM Offshore’s True. Blue. Transition. - shaping the future of energy, and beyond.
About Us:
SBM Offshore is a global leader in deepwater ocean infrastructure, delivering floating production solutions across the full asset lifecycle—from design and construction to installation and operation. Supported by a global team of more than 8,000 professionals, the Company operates a long-term, asset-backed business model that delivers high-availability assets and predictable cash flows. SBM Offshore combines engineering expertise, operational reliability, and selective innovation to support safe, efficient, and lower‑carbon energy production, while extending its capabilities into new opportunities across the blue economy.

Purpose

• The Construction Quality Non-Destructive Testing Lead Inspector is responsible for overseeing and ensuring the integrity and safety of construction materials and components through advanced non-destructive testing techniques.
• Your role is key and crucial in identifying defects, assessing material properties, and ensuring compliance with industry standards, contributing to the overall quality and durability of construction projects.

Responsibilities

• You supervise and coordinate all NDT activities on-site, including ultrasonic testing (UT), radiographic testing (RT), magnetic particle testing (MPT), dye penetrant testing (DPT), and eddy current testing (ECT) of critical components and welds throughout the FPSO construction.
• You develop and implement NDT inspection plans and schedules, ensuring that all relevant components are inspected at appropriate stages of construction, based on project timelines and quality requirements.
• You ensure all NDT inspections and processes meet the project specifications, client requirements, industry standards (e.g., ASME, API, ISO), and regulatory guidelines.
• You lead, supervise, and train a team of NDT inspectors, ensuring they have the appropriate certifications and are competent in carrying out their inspections in accordance with the highest safety and quality standards.
• You ensure accurate documentation and reporting of NDT inspection results, including maintaining clear records of inspections, test results, and any non-conformance reports (NCRs). Provide detailed reports to the project’s quality control team, project managers, and engineering teams.
• You identify, report, and resolve any non-conformance or defects detected through NDT inspections and recommend corrective actions.
• You collaborate closely with the engineering team to interpret NDT results, review design specifications, and ensure that critical components are inspected at the right stages in the construction process.
• You oversee the safety practices related to NDT procedures, ensuring that all inspections are carried out safely, especially in hazardous or explosive environments. Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental (HSE) regulations.
• You promote continuous improvement in NDT practices, adopting new technologies and techniques to enhance inspection efficiency and accuracy.

Education

• Diploma in a relevant engineering field (e.g., Mechanical, Structural, or Marine Engineering).
• FPSO Project Experience: Prior experience working specifically on FPSO construction projects is highly advantageous.
• Advanced NDT Technologies: Familiarity with advanced NDT technologies and equipment, such as phased array ultrasonic testing (PAUT), automated ultrasonic testing (AUT), and digital radiography.

Experience

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in Non-Destructive Testing within the oil and gas, offshore, or marine industries, with significant experience in FPSO or shipbuilding projects.
• Valid certifications in NDT methods such as ASNT Level III in Ultrasonic Testing (UT), Radiographic Testing (RT), Magnetic Particle Testing (MPT), Dye Penetrant Testing (DPT), and/or Eddy Current Testing (ECT). Additional certifications in NDT techniques such as AWS, CSWIP, or equivalent are highly desirable.
• Strong knowledge of NDT methods and techniques, as well as relevant codes and standards (e.g., ASME, API, ISO, ASTM), specifically related to offshore construction and FPSO projects.
• Comprehensive knowledge of safety regulations related to NDT inspections, with a proven track record of promoting safe working practices in construction and manufacturing environments.
• Proficiency in the use of NDT equipment, data analysis software, and understanding of automated NDT systems.

Functional Competencies

Inspection, testing, commissioning and monitoring Quality Third parties relation management Construction, Commissioning, Quality Strategy HSSE Quality Regulatory and Process Safety Leadership Design and execution technical understanding Risk Management Planning

GENERAL INFORMATION

SBM Offshore N.V. is a listed holding company that is headquartered in Amsterdam. It holds direct and indirect interests in other companies that collectively with SBM Offshore N.V. form the SBM Offshore Group (“the Company”). For further information, please visit our website at www.sbmoffshore.com. The companies in which SBM Offshore N.V., directly and indirectly, owns investments are separate entities.

SBM Offshore is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Aff… SBM Offshore does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.