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Position Overview

Bureau Veritas seeks an experienced Senior Inspector – Mechanical & Coating to lead comprehensive mechanical and coating inspection programs for oil & gas sector clients. This role combines technical expertise, regulatory compliance knowledge, and quality assurance oversight to ensure adherence to international standards and client specifications.

Key Responsibilities

Inspection Execution

• Conduct detailed mechanical inspections of equipment, vessels, piping systems, and structural components in accordance with ASME, API, and ISO standards

• Perform and oversee coating inspections including surface preparation, application, and quality verification (DFT measurements, adhesion testing, visual assessment)

• Execute non-destructive testing (NDT) activities including ultrasonic thickness, radiography interpretation, and other Level 2 methodologies

• Document all inspection findings with photographic evidence and detailed technical reports

Documentation & Compliance

• Review and validate inspection-related technical documentation (design drawings, material certs, inspection plans, test reports)

• Verify compliance with project specifications, codes, and regulatory requirements (ASME, API, ISO 12944, ISO 3864, etc.)

• Prepare comprehensive inspection reports with findings, non-conformances, and recommendations

• Maintain accurate inspection records and traceability documentation

Quality Assurance & Leadership

• Mentor junior inspectors and technicians on best practices and procedural compliance

• Conduct witness inspections and hold-point verifications on behalf of clients

• Coordinate with contractors, vendors, and client representatives to resolve inspection discrepancies

• Ensure all activities comply with Bureau Veritas quality standards and client requirements

Technical Expertise

• Apply knowledge of mechanical systems, materials science, and coating technologies

• Identify defects, deviations, and risks; recommend corrective actions

• Stay current with evolving standards (ASME, API, ISO) and industry best practices

• Provide technical guidance on inspection methodologies and acceptance criteria

Required Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Professional Certifications

• CSWIP 3.2.2 (Coating Inspection Standard) – Current and valid

• BGAS Grade 2 (British Gas Approval Scheme) – Current and valid

• ASNT NDT Level 2 – Current and valid (minimum one method; multi-method preferred)

Experience

• Minimum 10 years of hands-on inspection experience in oil & gas sector

• Demonstrated expertise in mechanical and coating inspections

• Proven track record of leading inspection teams and managing complex projects

• Field experience with pressure equipment, pipelines, and structural systems

Preferred Qualifications

• ASNT Level 3 or equivalent advanced NDT certification

• API 510 (Pressure Vessel Inspector), API 570 (Piping Inspector), or API 653 (Tank Inspector)

• ISO 9001 or equivalent quality management system knowledge

• Experience with inspection software and digital reporting tools

• Multilingual capabilities (Arabic, French, or Mandarin a plus)

• PQR (Procedure Qualification Record) or WPS (Welding Procedure Specification) review experience