Job SummaryWe are looking for an experienced NDT Level II Technician with marine industry experience to perform Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) and inspection activities on ships, vessels, marine structures, piping systems, and associated equipment. The candidate should have practical experience in identifying material defects, assessing weld quality, preparing inspection reports, and ensuring compliance with applicable marine industry standards and client requirements.

Key Responsibilities

1. Perform NDT inspections on ship structures, hulls, welded joints, piping systems, tanks, and other marine components.
2. Inspect welds, structural components, and repaired sections during shipbuilding, ship repair, dry-docking, and offshore maintenance activities.
3. Identify, evaluate, and report defects such as cracks, porosity, lack of fusion, corrosion, and other material discontinuities.
4. Interpret inspection results in accordance with approved procedures, acceptance criteria, and applicable standards.
5. Prepare NDT inspection reports, test records, and supporting documentation for client review and approval.
6. Coordinate with QA/QC engineers, welding inspectors, shipyard personnel, service engineers, and client representatives.
7. Ensure that inspection equipment is calibrated and maintained, and that testing is performed using approved procedures.
8. Follow shipyard safety requirements, permit-to-work procedures, and applicable PPE requirements.
9. Support client inspections, audits, and re-inspection activities, including verification of corrective actions.
10. Maintain traceability of inspection results and ensure timely submission of reports.
11. Be willing to travel to shipyards, ports, vessels, and offshore locations as required.





Required Skills and Experience
- 2–5 years of hands-on NDT experience, preferably in the marine, shipbuilding, ship repair, or offshore industry.
- Valid Level II certification under an applicable scheme, such as ISO 9712 or SNT-TC-1A employer-based certification, as appropriate to the role.
- Practical knowledge of weld inspection, marine structures, piping, and corrosion-related defects.
- Familiarity with relevant standards, inspection procedures, and acceptance criteria.
- Ability to interpret technical drawings, welding symbols, and inspection specifications.
- Good report-writing, documentation, communication, and coordination skills.
- Ability to work independently at shipyards and onboard vessels while meeting project schedules.
- Robust commitment to quality, safety, and client requirements.

Preferred Qualifications
- Previous experience with classification society inspections and shipyard QA/QC activities.
- Familiarity with classification society requirements, such as DNV, ABS, Lloyd’s Register, or Bureau Veritas, where applicable.
- Experience working during dry-docking, vessel repair, newbuilding, or offshore maintenance projects.
- Willingness to travel domestically and internationally for inspection assignments.

Key Competencies
- Technical knowledge and attention to detail
- Defect identification and problem-solving
- Quality assurance and inspection documentation
- Safety awareness and compliance
- Client coordination and teamwork
- Flexibility to work at different marine project locations

Note: Candidates with relevant marine industry experience and valid NDT Level II certification will be preferred. Certification requirements will depend on the testing methods and applicable project standards.

📌 NDT Level II Technician (Chennai)
🏢 Albion Marine Solutions
📍 Chennai