Quality Control / Welding Inspector H/F

Ponticelli; Angola (IN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Ponticelli Angola is seeking a Quality Control / Welding Inspector (M/F) to lead offshore quality assurance on major industrial construction projects. The role involves inspecting welding, verifying WPS compliance, and coordinating NDT activities in an offshore setting.

The ideal candidate holds CSWIP 3.1 or equivalent, with offshore Oil & Gas project experience and strong English communication skills. This is a technical support contract based in Angola, offering exposure to multinational teams

Qualifications

• Experience in offshore Oil & Gas projects as QC/Welding Inspector.
• CSWIP 3.1 Welding Inspector Certification or equivalent.
• Proficiency in English, written and spoken.
• Good knowledge of welding processes and material traceability.

Responsibilities

• Act as offshore Quality Representative for the Client, ensuring compliance with project quality requirements, welding procedures and NDT activities.
• Work with the alternate QC Rep in rotation to ensure continuity of operations.
• Perform daily quality and welding inspections per ITPs and SOWs.
• Monitor welding activities and track progress for compliance with project requirements.
• Verify welding activities are performed by qualified welders with approved WPS.

Skills

Quality control

Welding inspection

Offshore experience

English fluency

Communication skills

MS Office

Education

Technical diploma in Mechanical Engineering/Welding

Tools

WPS/PQR documentation

NDT coordination

Job description

Methods / Scheduling / Preparation / Quality

Job title

Quality Control / Welding Inspector H/F

The company PONTICELLI ANGOLA, a subsidiary of the Ponticelli Frères Group, is recruiting as part of its projects to lead and oversee large-scale industrial construction projects.

Would you like to develop your experience as Quality Control / Welding Inspector (M/F) and help transform the world as part of a family-owned group that works to provide people with what they will always need: energy, health, water, food and security, while sincerely respecting the planet and its employees?

We invite you to join us on a technical support contract. The position is based in Angola.

The position we are offering involves the following main responsibilities :

• act as PONTICELLI's offshore Quality Representative for the Client, ensuring compliance with project quality requirements, welding procedures, and Non-Destructive Testing (NDT)activities are performed in compliance with contractual requirements, approved procedures, applicable standards, and project specifications ;
• work closely with the alternate PONTICELLI QC Representative under a back-to-back rotation regime to ensure continuity of operations ;
• perform daily quality and welding inspections in accordance with approved Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs), procedures, and Scope of Work (SOW) ;
• monitor welding activities and track progress to ensure compliance with project requirements ;
• verify that all welding activities are performed by qualified welders using approved Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS) ;
• maintain the offshore welder qualification register and ensure certifications remain valid and up to date ;
• manage welding consumable storage and ensure proper control, traceability, and availability of related certificates ;
• plan, coordinate, request, and monitor NDT activities. Visual Testing (VT) inspections are performed by PONTICELLI, while other NDT methods are subcontracted directly by the Client ;
• verify material traceability and compliance of base materials, including the review of material certificates and documentation ;
• maintain and update the register of measuring, inspection, and test equipment ;
• ensure effective communication between offshore personnel, onshore support teams, subcontractors, and Client representatives ;
• coordinate with and report to the PONTICELLI Quality, Welding, and NDT departments ;
• compile, maintain, and submit quality dossiers and completion documentation packages ;
• prepare and issue daily reports to PONTICELLI management and Client representatives ;
• promote compliance with company Quality, Health, Safety, and Environmental (QHSE) requirements.

Profile

• You have a technical diploma or relevant qualification in Mechanical Engineering, Welding Technology, Fabrication, or a related discipline.
• You have at minimum CSWIP 3.1 Welding Inspector Certification (or equivalent recognized certification). Additional certifications in Quality Control, Welding Inspection, or additional NDT certifications (VT, PT, MT, UT, RT) would be an advantage.
• You have experience in offshore Oil & Gas projects as a Quality Control Inspector, Welding Inspector, or similar position. Previous experience working on major international Oil & Gas projects with offshore maintenance, shutdowns, brownfield modifications, and repair campaigns.
• Experience working with international Oil & Gas operators and contractors.
• Familiarity with applicable international standards, codes, and specifications related to welding and quality control.
• A strong experience in welding inspection, fabrication, repair, maintenance, and offshore construction activities.
• Practical knowledge of NDT methods and inspection coordination. Good understanding of offshore quality management systems and inspection practices.
• A strong knowledge of welding processes, WPS/PQR documentation, welder qualification requirements, and material traceability.
• Good understanding of offshore quality management systems and inspection practices.
• You are recognised for your excellent communication and reporting skills. Your hability to work independently in an offshore environment while maintaining effective collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, with a Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality and safety.
• You are fluent in English (written and spoken). You are proficient in Microsoft Office applications and quality reporting tools.

If you would like to join us in supporting global change, we look forward to hearing from you !