Mechanical Inspector

About the Role
The Mechanical Inspector will play a crucial role in the inspection of static and rotating equipment during installation, pre-commissioning, and commissioning phases. This position requires collaboration with various stakeholders, including project managers, technical managers, and clients, ensuring adherence to quality standards and project specifications. The inspector is responsible for conducting thorough inspections, reporting results, and handling non-conformities in accordance with company policies and international codes and standards.

Responsibilities

• Review applicable Inspection Test Plans, Quality Plan, and Procedures.
• Validate inspection assignment documentation (technical aspects, reference documentation, schedule, milestones, reporting, logistics, coordination procedures, etc.).
• Define the company interventions and select appropriate inspection techniques.
• Execute inspections according to predefined Quality Plans and established procedures.
• Compile inspection reports, treat Non-conformities (NCRs), and deliver other applicable documentation.
• Ensure inspection quality aligns with the company Quality System.
• Interpret inspection results and manage corrective actions for Non-conformities.
• Review and appraise inspection procedures, maintaining internal communication.
• Promote the company service portfolio to clients while ensuring adherence to security guidelines.
• Observe installation of static/rotating equipment per approved procedures and relevant codes/standards.
• Witness pre-commissioning and commissioning tests.
• Submit timely inspection reports to the Team Leader.

Minimum Required Qualifications

• Specialty: Sound knowledge in installation and inspection of static/rotating equipment including pre-commissioning and commissioning.
• Education: Degree or Diploma in Mechanical Engineering.
• Training: Site Safety Induction, Sea Survival Course for Offshore Sites, and Specific Technical Induction for Specific Projects.
• Technical Knowledge: Strong knowledge of international codes and standards such as ASME, API, ANSI, ASTM, and BS; experience in static/rotating equipment inspection according to relevant codes, including pre-commissioning and commissioning.
• Experience: Minimum 5 years as an Inspector/Technician, 8 years as an Engineer Surveyor, or 10 years as a Senior Engineer Surveyor in a similar field.

Self Management

• Maintain expertise through ongoing specialized training and knowledge management.
• Ensure inspections are in line with approved drawings and inspection test plans.
• Meet project development objectives and demonstrate results-oriented, service-driven, and problem-solving capabilities.
• Comply with company regulations, procedures, and Code of Ethics.

Customer Focus

• Ensure inspections are executed according to Inspection test plans and relevant technical specifications.
• Understand client needs to achieve successful project outcomes and foster trust and communication with clients.

HSE Requirements

• Comply with all legal requirements, the company Abu Dhabi HSE Policies, and client’s HSE procedures.
• Maintain personal work areas in a tidy and hazard-free condition, reporting any deviations, hazards, or incidents immediately.
• Utilize appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and report any lost equipment.
• Prioritize health and safety for oneself and others, cooperating on safety issues and improving HSE practices.

Performance Monitoring & Development

• Monitor and improve technical and professional competencies through specialized training and staying updated on mechanical developments.
• Key Performance Indicators include:
  • Time taken to deliver reports to the Team Leader.
  • Quality of reports produced.
  • Completion of inspections within allocated timeframes.
  • Sharing information and best practices within the team.
• Performance is monitored by the Team Leader of Site Inspection Services.