Construction NDT & Welding Inspector at WTS Energy

WTS Energy provides recruitment and manpower services for the global oil and gas and energy industries. We supply engineers and consultants to our clients' projects and operations, and perform employment outsourcing services such as workforce management in oil and gas regions around the world. WTS Energy operates globally with offices in 14 countries and is operational in over 50 countries.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Construction NDT & Welding Inspector

Locations: Port Harcourt, Rivers
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Roles / Responsibilities

• Welding Inspection:
  • Conduct inspections to ensure welding processes comply with project specifications, codes, and industry standards.
  • Verify the integrity of welded joints, identifying and addressing any defects or deviations.
• NDT Oversight:
  • Coordinate and perform Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) activities, including ultrasonic testing, radiographic testing, magnetic particle testing, and dye penetrant testing.
  • Interpret NDT results and provide recommendations for corrective actions.
• Quality Assurance:
  • Establish and enforce quality assurance measures for welding and NDT activities, ensuring compliance with industry standards and project requirements.
• Documentation and Reporting:
  • Maintain comprehensive records of welding inspections and NDT results, generating detailed reports for project leadership and stakeholders.
• Coordination with Welding Crews:
  • Collaborate with welding crews to provide guidance on proper welding techniques, materials, and equipment usage.
• Vendor and Supplier Coordination:
  • Coordinate with vendors and suppliers to ensure the delivery of quality welding materials and equipment, inspecting incoming materials for compliance.
• Safety Compliance:
  • Enforce safety protocols during welding and NDT activities, ensuring that all team members adhere to safety regulations and guidelines.
• Training and Development:
  • Conduct training sessions for project personnel involved in welding and NDT, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of procedures and safety protocols.
• Code Compliance:
  • Ensure compliance with relevant welding codes and standards, such as ASME, AWS, and API, as applicable to the project.
• Visual Inspection:
  • Perform visual inspections of welds and materials to identify surface defects and ensure visual conformity with project requirements.
• Problem-Solving Abilities:
  • Address and resolve issues related to welding and NDT, providing technical expertise and recommendations for corrective actions.

Qualifications / Experience

• Education:
  • Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Welding Technology, or a related field. Relevant certifications in welding inspection and NDT are highly desirable.
• Certifications:
  • Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) and additional NDT certifications (e.g., ASNT Level II in multiple methods) are preferred.
• Experience:
  • Minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in welding inspection and NDT, with a significant focus on construction projects, including those in crude refining.
• Industry Knowledge:
  • In-depth knowledge of welding processes, materials, and NDT methods in the context of construction and crude refining projects.
• Quality Control Skills:
  • Proven experience in implementing and overseeing quality control measures for welding and NDT activities.
• Project Management:
  • Proficient in project management principles, with the ability to coordinate welding inspection and NDT activities within the broader context of construction projects.
• Communication Skills:
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, to convey technical information effectively to diverse stakeholders.
• Safety Focus:
  • Strong commitment to safety protocols and procedures, ensuring a safe working environment for all team members involved in welding and NDT.
• Regulatory Knowledge:
  • Familiarity with relevant welding codes and standards, as well as industry regulations governing construction and refining projects.
• Adaptability:
  • Ability to adapt to changing project requirements and priorities in a dynamic construction and crude refining environment.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.