Job Description

Duties & Responsibilities

• Develop Written Schemes of Examination as part of inspection preparations
• Complete First Pass examinations of equipment to accurately identify preparation for inspection and Non Destructive Testing (NDT) requirements
• Plan and carry out Inspection of plant and pipework in compliance with the Written Scheme of Examination
• Inspection of all process pressure systems, inspection of all storage tanks, inspection of steam generating plant, decommissioned/out of service equipment and inspection of steel structures in compliance with Oceaneering and client procedures
• Raise Repair Orders/Corrective MMS Work Orders when required, providing a detailed description of the defect and location together with relevant up-to-date documentation and photographic evidence
• Carry out Repair Order close out inspections when required
• Issue an interim report of examination stating the suitability for further service. Complete the inspection report including recommended or required actions, next period of service between inspections in line with current RBI recommendations or client recommended intervals, within 28 days of the inspection. Modify the Written Scheme based on inspection findings
• Inform the Senior Inspection Engineer, without delay, when any inspected equipment or NDE results indicate the item is not Fit-for-Service
• Review and endorse NDT reports in a timely manner and instigate Inspection Queries as required
• Verify the application of NDT methods for vessel and pipework inspection, inform NDT personnel of requirements Specify NDT techniques where necessary maximise the use of non-invasive inspection techniques where possible
• Carry out the IIA briefing/Tool Box Talks to all visiting Inspection/NDT Personnel provided for specific jobs by the Project Manager
• Maintain a contemporaneous record of daily activities
• Maintain assigned Logs or Registers up-to-date and in accordance with Oceaneering/client procedures

Safety

• Ensure that the Safety policies and procedures are understood and adhered to so far as is reasonably practicable in order to ensure a safe working environment.

Other

• Carry out work in accordance with the Company Health, Safety, Environmental and Quality Systems.
• Perform the assigned tasks with due diligence regarding the Integrated Management Systems on the Company.
• Eliminate waste of whatever form, to suggest the use of more environmentally friendly substances and practices and contribute to the continuous improvement of the environment.

This position is considered both OFFICE WORK and SITE BASED which is characterized as follows.

• Primary outdoors during the day with period's office based.
• Occasional exposure to airbone dust in the work place.
• Frequently working on or near moving plant and vibrating equipment.
• Work surface is predominantly stable (flat) with some work on uneven surfaces.

Physical Activity/Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Lift up to 20 pounds
• Climbing, stooping, kneeling, squatting, and reaching 
• Lift up to 10 pounds
• Standing
• Repetitive movements of arms and hands
• Sit with back supported

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Appropriate HNC/HND qualification
• EngTech accreditation with the Engineering Council or equivalent
• EEMUA 159 / API 653 Tank Inspection certification
• API 510 Pressure Vessel Inspector and API 570 Piping Inspection certification
• Working towards a Degree in Engineering related discipline
• Working towards and Incorporated Engineer accreditation with the Engineering Council or equivalent
• NDT certification for core techniques desirable
• Previous experience in the field of plant and equipment inspection
• NDT Qualification / Experience
• Experience which covers planning, Inspection storage databases/systems (such as Credo), inspection workpacks/scopes and dealing with anomalies
• Knowledge of legislation, codes/standards, materials, plant operations & processes, damage mechanisms, coatings and NDT techniques (both conventional & specialist).
• Construction & fabrication inspection experience. Knowledge of RBA and WSEs (or equivalent)
• Must be able to demonstrate working knowledge of design, manufacture, metallurgy, welding, codes, standards, risk assessments and legislation associated with the in-service inspection of plant and equipment
• Must be familiar with QA/QC systems/procedures
• Microsoft Office
• Credo or equivalent
• Ability to manage or coordinate NDT techs or Third parties
• Good client or support contractor relationship skills at various levels of seniority or diverse cultures
• Good communicator both written and verbal