Job description

Key Responsibilities

Welding Inspection & Quality Control

• Perform visual inspection, fit-up checks, and dimensional verification before, during, and after welding.
• Conduct welder qualification tests and monitor welding procedures (WPS/PQR).
• Verify welding consumables, preheat, and post-weld heat treatment as per specifications.

NDT Coordination & Documentation

• Coordinate and witness Non-Destructive Testing (RT, UT, MPI, DPI).
• Review NDT reports and ensure acceptance criteria are met.
• Maintain daily welding inspection logs and records.

Compliance & Reporting

• Ensure all welding works comply with API 1104, ASME, and KOC standards.
• Identify non-conformances and issue NCRs with recommended corrective actions.
• Prepare weekly welding inspection reports and handover documentation.

Team Coordination

• Attend daily/weekly meetings with construction and QC teams.
• Provide technical guidance to welders and supervisors.
• Support client inspections and third-party verifications.

Skills

Qualifications & Experience

• Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering
• Minimum 6 years experience as Welding Inspector in Oil & Gas pipeline projects.
• Valid certifications: CSWIP 3.1 / 3.2 or AWS CWI (mandatory).
• Knowledge of pipeline welding and NDT techniques.