QC Piping Inspector - OIl and Gas Industry

Piping Inspector – Oil & Gas Location: Abu Dhabi, UAE Industry: Oil & Gas Employment Type: Full-Time / Project-Based Client: Major Oil & Gas Company in Abu Dhabi Job Overview Our client, a major Oil & Gas company in Abu Dhabi , is seeking an experienced Piping Inspector to join their project team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in piping inspection, construction and quality control , with a minimum of 6 years of relevant Oil & Gas experience . The candidate should be capable of interpreting piping drawings, specifications and inspection documentation and ensuring piping activities comply with approved project requirements. Key Responsibilities • Carry out inspection of piping fabrication, installation and construction activities. • Ensure piping work is executed in accordance with approved drawings, specifications, procedures and applicable project requirements. • Review and interpret P&IDs, isometric drawings, piping layouts and relevant engineering drawings . • Inspect piping materials, fittings, flanges, valves and other piping components. • Verify piping installation, alignment, supports, fit-up and workmanship. • Monitor welding and piping activities in coordination with Welding Inspectors and QA/QC teams. • Verify piping installation activities prior to testing and commissioning. • Witness and inspect hydrostatic and pneumatic pressure testing , where applicable. • Check reinstatement activities following pressure testing. • Review relevant inspection documentation, test records and quality records. • Coordinate with construction, QA/QC, engineering and subcontractor teams to resolve inspection-related issues. • Ensure inspection activities comply with project specifications and applicable codes and standards. • Identify non-conformities and follow up on corrective actions. • Participate in inspections, punch-list activities and mechanical completion/handover activities. Candidates should have good knowledge of: • Piping fabrication and installation • Piping drawings and isometric drawings • P&IDs • Pipe fittings, flanges and valves • Piping supports • Welding and fit-up inspection • Hydrostatic/Pneumatic Testing • Piping reinstatement • Inspection & Test Plans (ITP) • Method Statements • Material Inspection • Quality documentation • Punch-list and mechanical completion activities Experience • Minimum 6 years of relevant experience in the Oil & Gas industry . • Strong experience in piping inspection, fabrication and installation. • Experience in Oil & Gas construction/EPC projects is preferred. • UAE/Abu Dhabi project experience will be an advantage. Qualifications • Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering / Mechanical Engineering Technology or a relevant discipline. • Relevant Piping Inspection / QA-QC certification will be an advantage. • Knowledge of applicable international piping codes and standards. • Good English communication skills. Skills & Competencies • Strong knowledge of piping inspection and construction activities. • Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications. • Strong attention to detail and quality awareness. • Good communication and coordination skills. • Ability to work effectively with multidisciplinary project teams. • Ability to work under project deadlines and in a site environment.