About the Role
This position involves performing independent verification, inspection, and technical integrity assessments of offshore mechanical and rotating equipment, structures, and safety-critical elements. You will ensure compliance with applicable standards, regulatory requirements, and asset integrity management systems.
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Key Responsibilities
Rotating Equipment Verification
- Conduct verification and inspection of rotating equipment, including pumps, compressors, turbines, generators, motors, and associated systems.
- Assess equipment condition, maintenance effectiveness, and operational integrity.
- Identify equipment deficiencies and recommend corrective actions.
Structural Integrity Verification
- Perform verification of offshore structures, topside structures, and helidecks.
- Conduct annual surveys of offshore facilities and verify structural integrity compliance.
- Assess corrosion, degradation, fatigue, and structural protection systems.
Safety Critical Element (SCE) Verification
- Conduct verification of Safety and Environmental Critical Elements (SECEs/HSECES), including:
- Fire and Gas Detection Systems
- Emergency Shutdown and Isolation Systems
- Surface Safety Isolation Valves (SSIV)
- Subsurface Safety Valves (SSSV)
- High Integrity Pressure Protection Systems (HIPPS)
- Emergency Depressurization Systems
- Reservoir Isolation and Containment Systems
- Toxic Gas and Oxygen Depletion Detection Systems
- Drainage and Containment Systems
- Drilling Well Control Systems
Fire and Safety Systems Verification
- Verify effectiveness and operational readiness of:
- Fire Water Pumps and Fire Water Systems
- Foam Systems
- Portable and Fixed Fire Extinguishing Systems
- Gaseous and Liquid Fire Suppression Systems
- Blast Resistant Structures
- Fire Mitigation and Collision Protection Systems
- Dropped Object Prevention and Protection Systems
Emergency Systems Assessment
- Verify emergency preparedness systems including:
- Public Address (PA) and Alarm Systems
- Emergency Lighting Systems
- Emergency Power Supplies and Generators
- Lifeboats and Life Rafts
- Escape, Rescue and Recovery Facilities
- Means of Escape and Access Routes
- Crane Safety Certifications and Test Records
Technical Integrity Verification
- Conduct physical inspections and surveys of offshore facilities.
- Review maintenance management documentation, inspection reports, and asset integrity records.
- Verify process containment integrity, relief systems, pipeline and riser integrity, and well containment systems.
- Assess HVAC systems, ignition prevention systems, ballast systems, stability management systems, and anchoring/mooring systems.
- Evaluate collision avoidance measures and other operational risk controls.
Inspection and Reporting
- Independently select equipment and systems for verification activities based on risk and integrity requirements.
- Perform inspections at elevated locations and offshore work areas.
- Prepare technical reports, observations, Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs), findings, and recommendations.
- Track closure of corrective actions and follow-up activities.
- Ensure compliance with company standards, industry regulations, and statutory requirements.
Educational Qualification
- Diploma / Bachelor's Degree (B.E./B.Tech) / Master's Degree (M.E./M.Tech) in Mechanical Engineering or an equivalent engineering discipline.
- Additional certifications in Asset Integrity Management, Rotating Equipment, Inspection Engineering, Offshore Safety, Reliability Engineering, or Risk-Based Inspection (RBI) will be an advantage.
- Offshore safety certifications such as BOSIET, H2S, HUET, or equivalent offshore training are preferred.
- Membership or certification from recognized professional bodies (e.g., ASME, API, IMechE, or equivalent) is desirable.
- Minimum 18+ years of experience in Offshore Oil & Gas, Petrochemical, Refinery, or Process Industries.
- At least one offshore operations/maintenance assignment is mandatory.
- Proven experience in Technical Integrity Verification, Independent Verification Body (IVB) Services, and Safety Critical Element (SCE/HSECES) Verification.
- Must be capable of independently selecting equipment and systems for verification based on risk and criticality.
- Physically fit and competent to conduct inspections at heights and offshore installations.
