Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Coating, Painting and Insulation (Piping & Pipeline) Inspector to join our Quality Assurance and Quality Control team. This role is critical to ensuring the highest standards of coating, painting, and insulation applications in the oil & gas and industrial sectors. The successful candidate will conduct comprehensive inspections, monitor contractor compliance, and maintain rigorous quality standards across all project phases.

Key Responsibilities

Primary Functions

Review and approve contractor painting, coating, and wrapping procedures
Conduct inspections of surface profile and chloride contamination testing per applicable standards
Monitor weather and equipment conditions during painting and coating operations
Verify paint materials are sourced from approved manufacturers with valid pot life
Ensure coating application complies with manufacturer technical data sheets and approved specifications
Monitor proper time intervals between intermediate coats for optimal chemical and mechanical bonding
Witness and verify Dry Film Thickness (DFT) and holiday/pinhole detection using calibrated equipment
Monitor surface preparation, bonding agent application, elastomer and wrapping operations on riser pipes and clamps
Witness post-curing tests including hardness, spark, sound, adhesion, visual and dimensional checks
Monitor CTE coating application and post-curing tests on pipelines
Monitor heat shrink sleeve application and holiday testing on field joints
Monitor wrapping (Servi Wrap M 30 B), holiday detection, and doping on offshore pipelines

Technical Expertise & Decision-Making

Apply strong knowledge of international codes and standards (ASME, API, ANSI, ASTM, BS)
Select and execute appropriate inspection techniques for each application
Verify and approve non-conformities and corrective actions
Identify required Bureau Veritas interventions based on Quality Plans and specified standards
Review and appraise inspection procedures
Conduct all activities within defined scope of competency

Business & Reporting Requirements

Report daily inspection findings, non-compliance, and discrepancies to Team Leader
Deliver inspection reports within allocated timeframes with high quality standards
Ensure inspections comply with approved drawings, Inspection Test Plans (ITPs), and technical specifications
Meet project development objectives and timelines

Customer & Stakeholder Management

Establish and maintain direct contact with clients and project stakeholders
Liaise with clients and Project Management Consultants professionally and effectively
Understand client needs and work toward successful project outcomes
Develop trust and open communication channels with all stakeholders
Ensure inspections align with Purchase Orders, approved drawings, and applicable technical specifications

Continuous Improvement & Professional Development

Maintain expertise through specialized training and knowledge management
Stay current on all painting and coating developments
Contribute to knowledge sharing and best practice initiatives
Demonstrate results-oriented, service-driven, and problem-solving approach
Comply with company regulations, procedures, and Code of Ethics

Minimum Required Qualifications

Education

3-Year Diploma in Mechanical Engineering, OR
4-Year Bachelor Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Certifications & Specializations

BGAS 2 or NACE 2 Certification (mandatory)
Minimum 5 years work experience in similar coating, painting, and insulation inspection roles
For Pipeline Inspectors: Familiarity with 3 LPE (Liquid Epoxy) coating systems

Industry Experience

QualificationRequired Experience3-Year Diploma HoldersMinimum 12 years industrial QA/QC in Coating, Painting & Insulation4-Year Bachelor Degree HoldersMinimum 3 years industrial QA/QC in Coating, Painting & Insulation

Oil & Gas Experience

Diploma Holders: Minimum 8 years in oil & gas sector
Bachelor Degree Holders: Minimum 6 years in oil & gas sector

Technical Knowledge

Strong knowledge of international codes and standards (ASME, API, ANSI, ASTM, BS)
Proven experience with painting/coating inspection per relevant codes
Proficiency in applying codes, standards, project specifications, and procedures

Training & Certifications (Upon Hire)

Site Safety Induction
H2S Training
HSE Induction for Specific Projects

Key Working Relationships

The Successful Candidate Will Work Closely With

IND Manager
Project Manager
Team Leader
Technical Manager / Deputy Technical Manager
Customers, Clients, and Project Management Consultants
Other Bureau Veritas organizational units as required

Performance Metrics (KPIs)

Timely delivery of inspection reports to Team Leader
High quality of inspection documentation and findings
Inspections completed within allocated timeframes
Effective knowledge sharing and best practice contributions
Client satisfaction and stakeholder feedback