Inspector, Mecahnical

Overview

Position Title: Inspector - Mechanical. Reports to: Lead Engineer, Inspection. Department: Technical Services. Function: Technical. Job Code: Prepared / Revised on: December, 2008.

Responsibilities

• Conduct all Static Equipment Inspection, review NDT reports and other related tests to assure the current conditions of plant equipment before/after maintenance activities, give recommendations for repair & assure quality of work and repair performed by Maintenance.
• Conduct Testing & Commissioning: perform the required Static Equipment NDT inspections and other related tests and generate reports on plant/equipment condition.
• Compliance to inspection plan and perform Technical Studies: communicate with Maintenance for scheduling Inspection and NDT tests of equipment as per Major shutdown requirements.
• Prepare Reports: document recommendations and compliance; review contract submittals and identify variances with respect to scope of work to ensure company requirements are met for testing; revise submittals addressing variances identified.
• Inspection & Monitoring: monitor and inspect all plant equipment and systems by NDT methods according to schedule and call in order to evaluate reliability and integrity; complete inspections and NDT as per schedule and provide timely inspection reports.
• Quality Assurance: test quality of materials, equipment and systems through NDT methods to ensure relevant quality standards are met; perform NDT as per standard; schedule and manage Non-Destructive Testing activities.
• Cost Control: monitor financial performance of activity areas versus budgets, identify and rectify unsatisfactory performance promptly and capitalise on improvement opportunities where applicable.
• Policies & Procedures: recommend improvements to departmental procedures and implement instructions and controls for Inspection and NDT activities to meet procedural/legislative requirements while delivering a quality, cost-effective service.
• Safety, Quality & Environment: ensure compliance with safety, quality and environmental management procedures within the Inspection and NDT activities to guarantee employee safety, regulatory compliance and high-quality output.

Job Context

The jobholder communicates with maintenance regarding Static, NDT inspection and test schedules for Major shutdowns; solves mechanical problems related to static equipment; supports Project, Design, Maintenance and Operations with Static Equipment and NDT inspection details to effect modifications and changes; keeps up with evolving mechanical equipment, systems and market prices.

Communication & Working Relationships

Internal: Plant Operations & Maintenance Departments; Lead Engineer Inspection / Superintendent. External: Vendors for information on latest technology as needed.

Frameworks, Boundaries & Decision Making Authority

All company facilities in Jubail / Yanbu. Evaluate contract submittals regarding Inspection and NDT or other Mechanical Test purposes; evaluate contractor performance; prepare scope of works and technical reports regarding Inspection and NDT.

Qualifications, Experience & Skills

Minimum Qualifications: University degree in Mechanical Engineering. Minimum Experience: 7 years Mechanical Engineering Inspection and NDT experience in a heavy industrial or utilities environment. Job-Specific Skills: Knowledge of various NDT methods (MT, PT, UT, RT); development and implementation of test procedures; knowledge of Engineering International Standards (ASTM, ASME, API, AWWA, ISO, etc.). Generic Skills: English Language Level 3; Health & Safety Systems Level 2; Knowledge of Policy & Procedure Level 2; Quality Management Systems Level 2; SAP Level 2; Time Management Level 2; Business Skills & Understanding Level 2; Environmental Management Systems Level 2; Financial Awareness Level 2; Data Gathering & Analysis Level 3; PC Level 3; Performance Management Level 2; Project Management Level 2; Written Communication Level 3; Designing Level 3; Engineering Principles Level 2; Engineering Project Costing Level 3; and other listed competencies.

Competencies

Achievement Orientation 3; Analytical Thinking 3; Communication 2; Customer Service Orientation 2; Concern for Safety, Quality & the Environment 2; Conceptual Thinking 2; Technical Expertise & Development 2; Teamwork & Cooperation 3.