Pipeline Integrity Engineer

Placements24; Paarl; Hybrid; ZAR 950,000 - 1,250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Health benefits

Professional development

Competitive salary

Job summary

Placements24 in Paarl is seeking an experienced Pipeline Integrity Engineer to manage the integrity program for a Western Cape oil and gas pipeline network. The role blends office work in Paarl with field visits to assess conditions and develop maintenance strategies.

You will ensure compliance with codes and regulations, oversee ILI data interpretation, and collaborate with operations, maintenance, and HSE teams to safeguard asset integrity and operational safety.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Civil Engineering or related field.
• 4+ years in pipeline integrity engineering, preferably Oil & Gas.
• Strong understanding of corrosion, materials science, and pipeline design principles.
• Experience with integrity management software and tools.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and reporting skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive pipeline integrity management plans.
• Conduct risk assessments and fitness-for-service evaluations for pipelines.
• Oversee and interpret inline inspection (ILI) data and corrosion monitoring programs.
• Recommend repair and maintenance strategies to ensure pipeline integrity.
• Ensure compliance with codes, standards, and regulations governing pipeline operations.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Reporting

Corrosion knowledge

Pipeline design

Materials science

Integrity software

ILI data interpretation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Civil Engineering

Tools

Integrity software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for an experienced Pipeline Integrity Engineer to support their extensive pipeline network in the Western Cape region. This role is crucial for ensuring the safe and reliable transportation of oil and gas products, focusing on the integrity management of pipelines. You will be responsible for assessing pipeline conditions, developing maintenance strategies, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. The position involves a combination of office-based work in Paarl and field visits, collaborating with operations, maintenance, and HSE teams. This role offers the chance to contribute significantly to asset integrity and operational safety within the Oil & Gas industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive pipeline integrity management plans.
• Conduct risk assessments and fitness-for-service evaluations for pipelines.
• Oversee and interpret inline inspection (ILI) data and corrosion monitoring programs.
• Recommend appropriate repair and maintenance strategies to ensure pipeline integrity.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant codes, standards, and regulations governing pipeline operations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in pipeline integrity engineering, preferably in the Oil & Gas sector.
• Strong understanding of corrosion mechanisms, materials science, and pipeline design principles.
• Experience with integrity management software and tools.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and reporting skills.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and performance incentives.
• Comprehensive health and retirement benefits.
• Opportunities for professional growth and advanced training.
• Hybrid work model offering flexibility.
• A stable role within a key infrastructure sector.