Inspection Technician (#719)

Motive Offshore Group; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance upon start date

401K Pension savings plan upon start

Long Service Awards

Employee Referral Scheme

Regular Team Building Events

Job summary

Motive Offshore Group is seeking an Inspection Technician for onshore/offshore work around Houston, TX. The role involves performing and supporting on-site inspection services, load testing of client assets, and equipment change-outs, ensuring safe, competent operation and clear communication with clients and internal teams.

Responsibilities include attending client briefings, FATs, inductions, and training, completing required paperwork, and maintaining high safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• NDT certification (SNT or PCN Level II) is required or training can be provided.
• Offshore certification is required.
• Experience operating machinery in line with job tasks.
• Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team.
• Ability to prioritise and communicate effectively.
• Strong problem-solving ability and attention to detail.
• Mechanical and hydraulic experience is preferred.
• Good IT and reporting skills.
• Full, valid driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Perform inspections services and tasks, including Wire Rope Management, EMAG, LOLER Inspections, NDT (MPI, ECT, LPI & UT).
• Perform client asset load testing services and asset change-outs as required.
• Stocktake equipment on arrival and report anomalies to the client and on-site lead.
• Commission equipment at site and conduct load test operations per client requirements.
• Mobilise, operate, and demobilise spooling and related equipment per project needs.
• Troubleshoot equipment issues onshore and offshore; work in the workshop when needed.
• Complete onsite paperwork, including post-installation checks and maintenance records.
• Submit Daily Client Service Record sheets with times/descriptions for client approval.

Skills

NDT Certification

Offshore Certification

Machinery Operation

Teamwork

Initiative

Prioritisation

Problem Solving

Mechanical Experience

Hydraulic Knowledge

IT & Reporting

Driving Licence

Job description

Our Core Values are at the heart of who we are, and everything we do….

People.

Planet.

Product.

Motive Offshore Group specialises in the design, manufacture, rental, and inspection of marine and lifting equipment and are committed to delivering sustainable, innovative and multisector solutions and we require highly skilled individuals, like you, to come and be part of our journey.

We have many exciting opportunities globally as we rapidly expand our reach and capabilities, in particular with the low carbon and energy transition areas. We aim to assist our clients and suppliers to join us as we move into the more sustainable world.

Most importantly, our People are our most valuable asset here at the Motive Offshore Group. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, innovative, and collaborative workplace where everyone feels respected, supported, and empowered to achieve their full potential. We celebrate diversity in all its forms—across race, ethnicity, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, religion, and background—and we are dedicated to creating a culture of equity and belonging. Our hiring practices are rooted in fairness and integrity, focusing solely on an individual’s abilities, contributions, and potential. We strive to ensure that every employee and candidate feels seen, heard, and valued as they grow with us. If you want to learn about how you can #FindYourMotive with us, head to our join us page, here .

About the role:

Location: Offshore/Houston, Texas

Hours: Variable based on set contract

As an Inspection Technician, your role will involve both onshore and offshore work patterns and you would be responsible for performing and supporting on-site inspection services, load testing of Client assets and product change-outs, that may include the commissioning and operating of equipment in a safe, competent and professional manner, ensuring effective communication is maintained between various stakeholders, including but not limited to, the Client, Third Parties and internal Motive departments.

This role offers a rewarding opportunity to work in the offshore sector, with the chance to operate industry-leading equipment and collaborate with skilled teams, while taking on a varied and challenging role that allows you to make a meaningful impact every day.

About the team:

As a key member of our Motive LLC team, you’ll play a central role in ensuring the safe and efficient operation of our equipment. Your contributions will support project success by maintaining high performance standards, following safety protocols, and keeping operations running smoothly. With a focus on reliability and attention to detail, you’ll be part of a team that works closely to deliver quality results and dependable service for our clients.

And you’ll be working alongside a committed and proud Motive team in the UK and globally that want to play their part in the growth of the business and support each other daily to create a positive, values driven and hard-working professional environment.

Responsibilities:

People

Adopt and promote the Motive Offshore Group People Values and ensuring their use is embedded throughout.

Develop strong working relations with key stake-holders – clients, colleagues etc.

To liaise and build rapport with the Client whilst at the worksite.

To be a positive ambassador for Motive Offshore Group Ltd.

Planet

Lead by example in setting the highest possible standards in the promotion of People Values, HSEQ procedures and best practice, ensuring compliance to the Motive Offshore Group HSEQ Policy, procedures, standards and regulatory obligations.

Immediately report all accidents, incidents, near misses or environmental concerns

Adhere to and participate in company-wide sustainability policies, procedures and initiatives as they are developed to support our Net Zero objectives.

Product

To attend project briefings & de-briefings.

To attend Client inductions/HIRA’s as and when required.

To complete online Client inductions and training as and when required.

To participate in internal and external training courses where identified.

Attend Client FAT’s when requested.

Perform inspections services and tasks, including but not limited to, Wire Rope Management, EMAG, LOLER Inspections, NDT (MPI, ECT, LPI & UT)

Perform Client asset load testing services,

Support Client product removal and/or change-outs such as, crane wires, umbilical,

Stocktake equipment on arrival at worksite, communicating any anomalies and or damage to the Client, Motive Technical Lead (on site) and Operations Lead.

Commission equipment at worksite and perform load test operations as per the Client requirements, completing all necessary paperwork.

Mobilise, operate, and demobilise spooling and associated equipment in line with project requirements.

Troubleshoot and resolve equipment issues both onshore and offshore.

Working in the workshop on occasion to support mob/demob of equipment.

Complete required onsite paperwork such as post installation checks& maintenance records.

Complete Daily Client Service Record (DCSR) sheets in full, with accurate times and descriptions obtaining signed approval from the client.

Hand in project paperwork and expenses to Operations Lead in a timely manner post project.

Required skills / knowledge:

Where applicable Suitable NDT certification (SNT or PCN Level II). Training can be provided in house.

Offshore certification.

Experience operating machinery in accordance with above tasks.

Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team.

Ability to prioritise

Strong problem-solving ability and attention to detail

Mechanical and hydraulic experience preferred, with basic knowledge of hydraulic systems and components

Good IT and reporting skills.

Full, valid driving licence.

What we can offer you:

Alongside the benefits below, working with Motive can take you places that you might not have thought possible. Every region we operate in, bring their own wonderful cultures & ways of working. And as a global business, you will become colleagues with people not only in the UK, but also in Singapore, the UAE, Norway, Brazil and in the US. You can look forward to becoming part of our people-centred approach that sees us work closely together, supporting clients and projects in multiple countries across the world.

People are at the heart of everything we do and we’re incredibly proud of the development opportunities that many of our staff have benefitted from. Since we started in 2010, we’ve seen school leavers work their way to senior positions, people relocate to other parts of the world and countless colleagues develop skills, receive training and advance their technical knowledge to enhance their own career, which in turn helps us continuously improve as a business, an employer and carry out the services we have become renowned for. At Motive, we believe in growing together. We are One Team, One Motive, and your journey is part of our shared success.

Alongside this, you'll get:

28 Vacation Days

In addition, you also get paid time off for the following 6 holidays:

New Years Day

Memorial Day

Independence Day

Labor Day

Thanksgiving Day

Christmas Day

Health Insurance upon start date

401K Pension savings plan upon start date

Long Service Awards

Employee Referral Scheme

Regular Team Building Events – such as family fun days, BBQs, nights out, volunteering with charities...