SHIFT INSPECTOR – DAY SHIFT | PIPE MILL

Job Summary PPI Quality & Engineering is a global provider of quality assurance and inspection services supporting the energy industry. We are expanding our Quality Control team and are looking for an experienced Shift Inspector to support a major Pipe Mill project in Linz, Austria. The position is part of a project currently planned for approximately 6 months, with the initial assignment planned for the end of October.

About The Role IMPORTANT: Candidates living locally or in the surrounding area of Linz, Austria, will be given priority. A valid European Union work visa / authorization to work in the EU is mandatory for this position. As a Shift Inspector, you will provide quality inspection coverage during the assigned day shift , ensuring that coating activities are performed in accordance with API 5L, project specifications, applicable industry standards, and PPI Quality & Engineering procedures .

The role will provide inspection coverage across the coating operations, including Concrete Weight Coating (CWC) and Anti-Corrosion Coating .

Key Responsibilities

The Shift Inspector will be responsible for providing quality inspection coverage during the assigned shift, including:

• Perform and witness inspection and testing activities in accordance with approved procedures and project requirements
• Provide inspection coverage for Concrete Weight Coating (CWC) operations
• Provide inspection coverage for Anti-Corrosion Coating operations
• Monitor coating application and production activities throughout the assigned shift
• Verify coating materials, processes and application parameters against approved specifications and procedures
• Perform and/or witness relevant coating inspection and testing activities
• Review inspection and testing results and identify any deviations or non-conformities
• Ensure accurate and timely completion of inspection reports and quality documentation
• Communicate inspection findings and quality issues to the Lead Inspector and relevant project stakeholders
• Support the identification, reporting and follow-up of quality issues and corrective actions
• Promote safe working practices and maintain a strong culture of quality, accountability and operational excellence

Do you have what it takes? This position is ideal for an experienced QC / Coating Inspector with a strong background in Pipe Mill and coating inspection activities.

The Ideal Candidate Must Have

• Proven practical experience with API 5L – MANDATORY
• Proven experience as a QC Inspector / Shift Inspector / Coating Inspector in a Pipe Mill, fabrication or similar industrial environment
• Experience with Anti-Corrosion Coating inspection
• Experience with Concrete Weight Coating (CWC) is highly desirable
• Strong understanding of quality assurance, inspection and testing requirements
• Ability to monitor coating processes and identify deviations from approved specifications
• Experience reviewing inspection and testing results and preparing quality documentation
• Strong reporting, documentation and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and effectively communicate with production teams, inspectors and project stakeholders
• Strong attention to detail, accountability and commitment to operational excellence
• Flexibility and willingness to work on a day shift

⚠️ API 5L experience is a mandatory requirement for this position. Candidates without proven API 5L experience will not be considered. What can you expect from us in return? At PPI Quality & Engineering, you’ll join a dynamic, growing organization that values collaboration, expertise, and flexibility. As an independent contractor, you’ll have the opportunity to work on meaningful projects across diverse clients, gain exposure to industry-leading practices, and engage with a supportive network of professionals. We provide clear communication, timely compensation, and a safe, compliant work environment, all while empowering you to manage your schedule and grow your skills in a fast-paced, innovative setting.