QA/QC Inspector Piping

Job Summary

The QA/QC Inspector – Piping is responsible for inspecting and verifying all piping fabrication, welding, and installation activities to ensure compliance with approved drawings, project specifications, WPS/PQR, applicable codes, and quality standards. The role involves close coordination with site teams, clients, and third-party inspectors (TPIs), monitoring welder performance, and maintaining accurate inspection and quality records throughout the project lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

- Review project specifications, drawings, ITPs, method statements, and quality procedures related to piping works. - Inspect incoming piping materials, fittings, valves, and consumables; verify MTCs, traceability, and compliance with project requirements. - Conduct fit-up, dimensional, orientation, and alignment inspections prior to welding activities. - Verify correct application of approved WPS/PQR, welding consumables, pre-heat, interpass temperature, and welding parameters. - Monitor piping fabrication, erection, welding, NDT, hydrotesting, flushing, drying, and reinstatement activities. - Coordinate with site engineers, construction teams, and NDT subcontractors for inspection and testing schedules. - Review and verify NDT reports, hydrotest packages, pressure test records, and as-built documentation. - Raise NCRs/CARs for non-conformances, monitor corrective actions, and ensure timely close-out. - Liaise with clients and TPIs for inspection hold points, witness points, and final documentation approval. - Maintain inspection records, calibration logs, welder performance records, and daily quality inspection reports. - Ensure all activities comply with company Quality Management System and HSE requirements.

Required Qualifications & Competencies

- Diploma in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent technical qualification - Minimum 5 years of experience as a QA/QC Inspector – Piping in Oil & Gas or construction projects - Strong knowledge of ASME B31.3, API, ASTM, and relevant piping codes and standards - Proficient in reading and interpreting P&IDs, isometric drawings, and general arrangement drawings - Experience in material verification, piping inspections, hydrotesting, and NDT coordination - Ability to review welding documents, inspection reports, and quality records - Strong documentation, reporting, and communication skills - CSWIP / BGAS certification preferred - Proficient in MS Office applications - Awareness of HSE regulations and ISO 9001 Quality Management System requirements