- Quality Assurance and Quality control: Plan and participate in implementing project quality assurance (QA) and quality control (QC) activities to ensure project conformance to applicable requirements, specifications, and standards across all project phases.
- Receive and Inspect Materials: Verify the quality and quantity of materials upon arrival at the site, checking against purchase orders and specifications.
- Material Testing: Ensure that materials meet the required specifications by performing or overseeing tests (e.g., thickness, size, hardness, MI.)
- Documentation Review: Inspect and verify material certificates (e.g., Mill Test Certificates) to ensure materials meet required standards (ASME, ASTM, etc.).
- Reports & tracking: Prepare material inspection reports and tracking sheet.
- Vendor management: Handle quality issues with vendor and resolve such issues
- Ensure Compliance: Ensure all materials conform to applicable industry standards, such as ASME, API, ASTM, or project-specific requirements.
- Review of Specifications: Confirm that the materials supplied align with the project's technical requirements, codes, and standards.
- Record-Keeping: Maintain accurate records of materials received, inspected, and tested. Ensure all documentation is properly logged.
- Non-Conformance Reports (NCR) and Quality Observation report (QOR): Report any materials that do not meet the required standards, ensuring corrective actions are taken.
- Inspection Reports: Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly inspection reports and submit them to the project management team.
- Coordination with Suppliers: Communicate with suppliers and vendors to resolve issues related to material quality, delivery, and compliance.
- Collaboration with Construction Team: Work closely with project engineers, quality control (QC) teams, and contractors to ensure materials are used according to project specifications.
- Inspection Scheduling: Schedule and coordinate inspections, both at the site and offsite locations (such as supplier facilities, Contractor Workshops).
- Monitor Material Handling: Ensure that materials are stored, handled, and transported in a way that prevents damage and maintains quality.
- Track Deficiencies: Monitor and track any defects or quality issues and follow up on the rectification of deficiencies.
- Preventive Measures: Implement preventive measures to avoid quality issues in the future.
- Participate in Audits: Assist in internal and external audits related to material quality and compliance.
- Continuous Improvement: Recommend improvements in material inspection and handling processes to ensure higher quality standards are met.
- Follow Safety Protocols: Ensure that the materials and their handling procedures comply with all safety regulations.
- Hazardous Material Inspection: Inspect and handle materials that may pose environmental or safety risks (e.g., chemicals, hazardous substances) in line with relevant regulations.
- Welding: Perform fit-up and welding inspections on piping, structural, and mechanical items
- NDE: Conduct all non-destructive examination (NDE) inspections, review, and sign the reports
- Support the Quality team in managing the preparation and review of general quality documentation
- The role may require performing weekend, extended hours, or night shift work.
Key Skills and Competencies
- Technical Knowledge: Strong understanding of material properties, metallurgy, and Construction activities
- Attention to Detail: Ability to identify material defects and ensure compliance with strict standards and project specifications
- Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to address and resolve material quality issues efficiently
- Communication Skills: Clear and concise communication with teams and stakeholders in English
Educational & Professional Qualifications
- Diploma or Degree in Engineering with minimum 10 years of experience in Oil and gas Construction industry, Preferably in Inspection activities
- Required valid Welding, Painting and NDE Inspection certificates. API, auditing certifications are added advantage
- HSE/MOM Trainings/Certifications (AWSHPP or OPSOC/Work at height and Confined Space)
