Construction Quality NDT Lead Inspector FPSO

Job Title: Construction Quality Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) Lead Inspector

Industry: Oil & Gas / Offshore / Marine

Project: FPSO Construction

Experience: 10+ Years

Qualification: Diploma in Mechanical / Structural / Marine Engineering

Job Summary

We are looking for an experienced Construction Quality NDT Lead Inspector to lead and supervise NDT activities for an FPSO construction project. The candidate will be responsible for ensuring the quality and integrity of welds, materials and critical components through NDT inspection, while maintaining compliance with project specifications, international standards and HSE requirements.

Key Responsibilities

- Lead and coordinate all NDT activities including UT, RT, MT/MPT, PT/DPT and ECT.
- Plan and schedule NDT inspections according to construction milestones and quality requirements.
- Ensure NDT activities comply with ASME, API, ISO, ASTM, client specifications and regulatory requirements.
- Supervise, train and monitor NDT inspectors and ensure certification/competency compliance.
- Review NDT results, identify defects and manage NCRs and corrective actions.
- Maintain accurate NDT inspection reports, test records and quality documentation.
- Coordinate with QA/QC, Engineering, Construction and Project teams for inspection activities.
- Ensure safe execution of NDT activities, particularly in hazardous/offshore environments.
- Monitor NDT equipment, inspection procedures and data analysis.




- Support continuous improvement through advanced NDT technologies and techniques.

Required Experience & Qualifications
- Diploma in Mechanical, Structural, Marine Engineering or relevant discipline.
- Minimum 10 years of NDT experience in Oil & Gas, Offshore, Marine, FPSO or Shipbuilding projects.
- FPSO construction experience is highly preferred.
- Valid ASNT Level III certification in one or more NDT methods such as UT, RT, MT, PT and/or ET.
- Strong knowledge of ASME, API, ASTM and ISO standards.
- Experience with PAUT, AUT and Digital Radiography will be an advantage.
- AWS, CSWIP or equivalent certification is desirable.
- Strong leadership, inspection planning, quality management and team coordination skills.
- Valuable knowledge of NDT equipment, data analysis and automated NDT systems.
- Strong understanding of HSE, radiation safety and offshore safety requirements.

Key Skills NDT Inspection | ASNT Level III | UT | RT | MT/MPT | PT/DPT | ECT | PAUT | AUT | Digital Radiography | FPSO Construction | Offshore Construction | Shipbuilding | Oil & Gas | Welding Inspection | QA/QC | ASME | API | ASTM | ISO | NCR | Inspection Planning | NDT Supervision | HSE | Quality Control

Preferred Candidate

Candidates with 10+ years of NDT experience and strong FPSO/Offshore/Shipbuilding exposure, particularly those with ASNT Level III certification and NDT leadership experience, are preferred.

Interested candidates can share their updated CV along with NDT certifications in [email protected]

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