Senior Welding Inspector

About the role

We are seeking a Senior Welding Inspector to lead welding inspections across fabrication, construction, maintenance and shutdown projects for our clients in the oil & gas, petrochemical and industrial sectors.

Key responsibilities

• Perform welding inspections during fabrication, construction, maintenance and shutdown activities.
• Review and verify Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS), Procedure Qualification Records (PQR) and Welder Qualification Records.
• Conduct visual inspections before, during and after welding activities.
• Witness and monitor welding processes to ensure compliance with approved procedures and project specifications.
• Coordinate and witness Non‑Destructive Testing (RT, UT, MT, PT, PMI) activities.
• Review material certificates, welding consumables and traceability records.
• Prepare inspection reports, punch lists and quality documentation.
• Identify welding defects and recommend corrective and preventive actions.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree or diploma in Mechanical Engineering, Welding Engineering, Metallurgy or related field.
• Valid CSWIP 3.2/3.1 or AWS‑CWI welding inspector certification.
• 8‑10 years of welding inspection experience in oil & gas, petrochemical, refinery, LNG, offshore or industrial projects.
• Experience on fabrication yards, construction sites, shutdowns and maintenance projects.
• Preferred API certifications (e.g., API 570, 510, 653, 580, 579) and NDT Level II qualifications.

Required skills

• SMAW, GTAW, GMAW, FCAW and SAW welding processes.
• Knowledge of ASME, API, AWS and ISO welding codes.
• RT, UT, MT and PT non‑destructive testing methods.
• Interpretation of engineering drawings, isometrics and welding symbols.
• Strong report writing and documentation skills.
• Proficiency with MS Office and inspection reporting systems.