Welding Inspector

• Position Details

• Position
  

Welding / NDT Inspectors

• Office / Department
  

Abu Dhabi IND

• Reporting to
  

Team Leader

• Key Working Relationship
• Large Project Manager
• Administration Assistant
• Technical Manager
• Deputy Technical Manager
• Customers / Clients / Project Management Consultants
• He is expected to establish direct contact with Client and whenever necessary with other Bureau Veritas organization.
• Minimum Required Qualifications
  
  

• Specialty
  

CSWIP 3.1 or 3.2 or AWS - CWI or an approved equivalent.

ASNT / PCN Level II in RT, UT, MT & PT or an approved equivalent.

• Education
  

Degree / Diploma in Mechanical Engineering or HNC

• Training
  

CSWIP 3.1 or 3.2 or AWS - CWI or an approved equivalent.

ASNT / PCN Level II in RT, UT, MT & PT or an approved equivalent.

Site Safety Induction

Sea Survival Course for Offshore Sites

H2S Course if Required

Specific Technical Induction for Specific Projects.

• Technical knowledge
  

Strong knowledge of the International Codes & Standards such as ASME, API, ANSI, ASTM and BS.

Experience with Welding / NDT Inspection according to relevant Codes.

Application of Codes and standards, project specifications and procedures.

• Experience
  

Inspector/Technician : Minimum 5 years experience in similar field

Engineer Surveyor : Minimum 8 years experience in similar field

Senior Engineer Surveyor : Minimum 10 years experience in similar field

• Responsibilities / Authorities / Accountabilities

• Primary Functions
• Review of applicable contractual requirements (Technical standards, specifications etc.)
• Definition and review of Quality Plan and relevant procedures.
• Review and validation of inspection assignment documentation (technical aspects, reference documentation, schedule, milestones, reporting, etc.)
• Definition of Bureau Veritas interventions
• Selection of the most appropriate inspection techniques
• Execution or supervision of inspection according to pre-defined Quality Plan, and to the established inspection procedures / techniques
• Execution of inspection reporting including treatment of Non-conformities (NCR’s) and other applicable deliverables
• Ensuring quality of inspection according to BV Quality System
• Interpretation of results of inspections
• Treatment of Non-conformities / corrective actions
• Review and appraisal of inspection procedures
• Maintaining internal communication
• Promotes Bureau Veritas service portfolio to clients
• Respects security guidelines of Bureau Veritas and safeguards personal security in the working environment
• Actively participates in the sharing of knowledge and information (Knowledge Management)
• Witness welding procedure qualification tests
• Witness welder and welding operator’s performance tests.
• Ensure proper fit-up by checking edge preparation (bevel angles, root gap, land, overlap etc.)
• Monitor pre-heating temperature, welding consumables, parameters
• Ensure welding works are performed as per approved procedures (WPS) and welders
• In-process welding surveillance and visual inspection of weld finish.
• Monitor storage, handling and baking of welding consumable.
• Ensure that fabrication is carried out as per approved drawings / Inspection test plans.
• Monitor NDT / PWHT and review reports
• Review radiography films and endorse RT reports
• Prepare inspection reports on time and submit to Team Leader for review and further action.
  
  

• Technical Expertise
• Application of codes and standards, project specifications and procedures
• Within his field of competency, the inspector is expected to conduct the activities stated in Primary functions.
• Fully conversant with relevant inspection techniques and able to select the most appropriate inspection technique.
• Able to verify and approve Non-conformities / corrective actions
• Able to identify required Bureau Veritas interventions, based on a pre-defined Quality Plan and according to specified standards.
• Able to review / appraise inspection procedures
  
  

• Business Requirements
• Report to Team leader about day-to-day inspection, non-compliance /discrepancy to specification.
  
  

• Self Management
• Maintains a high degree of expertise through permanent specialized training and knowledge management.
• Ensure that inspection is carried out as per approved drawings / Inspection test plans.
• Meet project development objectives
• Should be Results oriented, Service driven and Problem solving
• Comply with company regulations, procedures and Code of Ethics.
  
  

• Customer Focus
• Ensure that Inspection is carried out as per approved drawings / Inspection test plans and other applicable Technical specifications.
• Maintain regular job related contact with clients and Liaises with client and/or Project Management Consultant with ease
• Understand client needs and work to achieve successful project outcomes.
• Develop trust and open communication with the client.
  
  

• HSE Requirements
• Comply at all times with all applicable legal requirements, BV Abu Dhabi HSE Policies and procedures, client’s HSE procedures and code of practices.
• Maintain personal work areas tidy and hazard free and report any deviation/fault/hazard immediately to the location manager/line manager/supervisor
• Report immediately any newly identified hazard and participate in devising suitable operational control to eliminate/minimize the pertinent risk.
• Report immediately any HSE incident and cooperate in investigation
• Use appropriate PPE at work area and be aware of:
  
  

• the risks appropriate PPE will control or minimize
• Report immediately incase the PPE is worn off or lost.
• Communicate to their immediate manager any unsafe work practice or condition and opportunities for improvement of HSE practices.
• Take care of your own health and safety and that of people who may be affected by what you do (or do not do).
• Co-operate with others on health and safety, and not interfere with, or misuse, anything provided for your health, safety or welfare.
• Performance Monitoring
  
  

• Continual Development
  

The opportunities for improvement in

• Technical and professional competencies through attending specialized training courses and seminars
• Stay updated on all welding & NDT related developments

• KPI’s
• Time taken to deliver the report to the Team Leader
• Quality of report
• Inspection done within the allocated timeframe
• Share information, Best practice, Knowledge Management
  
  

• Monitored By
  

Team Leader Site Inspection Services

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