NDT Inspector (Oil and Gas)

Role Overview

NDT Inspector (Oil and Gas) at NOV. Field-based position supporting pipeline installation and inspection projects.

Role Purpose

Perform on-site inspection and quality assurance of pipeline installation, maintenance, and repair activities, ensuring compliance with industry standards, project specifications, and safety regulations.

Key Responsibilities

Inspection & Monitoring

• Perform on-site inspection of pipeline installation, maintenance, and repair activities.
• Monitor and verify welding activities in accordance with approved procedures, specifications, and applicable industry standards.
• Conduct coating inspections, including surface preparation verification, coating application monitoring, and final coating assessment.
• Witness and document field testing activities, including hydrostatic testing and non-destructive examination (NDE) where applicable.

Quality Assurance & Compliance

• Ensure installation work complies with project specifications, quality requirements, and safety regulations.
• Review inspection and test plans (ITPs), drawings, procedures, and technical documentation.
• Identify and report non-conformances, quality concerns, and installation issues.
• Promote and maintain compliance with company HSE policies and customer safety requirements.

Documentation & Reporting

• Prepare detailed inspection reports and maintain accurate field records.

Stakeholder Coordination

• Coordinate with project managers, construction teams, contractors, and customers to resolve technical issues.
• Support commissioning and start-up activities as required.

Site Operations

• Travel to customer sites and project locations as required.

Qualifications & Experience

• Diploma or Technical Certificate in Mechanical Engineering, Welding Technology, Quality Assurance, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 3–5 years of field experience in pipeline installation and inspection.
• Knowledge of pipeline construction methods, welding processes, and protective coating systems.
• Experience conducting field inspections and preparing inspection reports.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and quality documents.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.

Additional Information

Preferred Certifications

• CSWIP 3.1, AWS CWI, or equivalent welding inspection certification.
• NACE Coating Inspector Level 1 or 2, BGAS, or equivalent coating inspection certification.

Preferred Knowledge

• Familiarity with API, ASME, ISO, and customer-specific pipeline standards.
• Knowledge of quality management systems and inspection documentation requirements.