QC Inspector - Welding/NDT (Jacket)

Location: Offshore/Site-based, Qatar

Contract Type: Fixed-Term (until end of 2025)

Work Schedule: Offshore rotation / Site-based assignment

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Welding and NDT Quality Control Inspector to join a major offshore project in Qatar. This position focuses on the inspection of jackets and associated structural components within a high-spec oil and gas fabrication environment. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring that all welding and NDT activities are executed in accordance with project quality requirements and international standards.

Qualifications Required

• Minimum of a technical diploma or equivalent qualification in welding/NDT
• Certification from a recognised international body such as AWS, TWI, API, ASME, or ASNT
• CSWIP 3.2 or AWS SCWI certification in welding - mandatory
• ASNT Level II (or equivalent) certification in NDT - mandatory

Experience Required

• Minimum of 10 years' relevant experience in the Oil & Gas downstream sector
• Demonstrated experience with international consultancy firms, third-party inspection/certification companies, EPIC contractors, or operators on major projects
• In-depth knowledge of offshore structural fabrication, inspection processes, and NDT interpretation

   

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure the implementation of all welding and NDT-related quality requirements in line with the approved project quality plans and procedures
• Verify that contractors, subcontractors, and vendors employ qualified personnel and apply international best practices in line with project quality expectations
• Monitor welding activities on-site and at fabrication yards, ensuring compliance with approved WPS (Welding Procedure Specifications)
• Witness procedure qualification record (PQR) mechanical testing and verify full compliance with project standards
• Observe and assess welder qualification tests, including visual inspection and NDT outcomes
• Witness daily NDT activities, interpret test results, and verify the accuracy and conformity of inspection records
• Conduct stage inspections of offshore steel structure fabrication, including topside facilities, to ensure conformity with project specifications and international codes
• Provide regular updates to the QA/QC Engineer regarding contractor compliance, quality performance, and any deviations impacting the quality scope

   

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Strong knowledge of international codes and standards (ASME, AWS, API, ISO)
• Proactive and detail-oriented with excellent analytical and reporting skills
• Effective communicator, able to interact with multi-disciplinary teams and international contractors
• Committed to upholding safety and quality standards in challenging offshore environments

This role is ideal for a seasoned QA/QC professional who thrives in offshore project delivery and has a solid track record in welding inspection and NDT within large-scale oil and gas developments.