Field Inspector - Mechanical

Job Description Role:To perform independent third-party inspection and expediting activities at vendor, manufacturer and fabrication sites on behalf of global Oil & Gas and Nuclear clients, ensuring equipment and materials comply with contractual specifications, international codes and applicable regulatory requirements.The role supports Apaves supply chain inspection services by providing competent, professional and impartial inspection services across manufacturing, testing and certification stages.Job Responsibilities:Perform vendor inspections, witness and hold-point surveillance in accordance with approved Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs)Verify compliance of manufactured equipment with client specifications, drawings, procedures and international standards (ASME, API, ISO, EN etc.)Witness manufacturing, welding, NDT, heat treatment, pressure testing and mechanical testing activitiesReview and validate material certification, traceability and manufacturing recordsIdentify non-conformances and raise clear, accurate inspection findingsLiaise with client, vendor and Apave coordination teams to ensure inspection objectives are achievedPrepare and submit timely, accurate daily and weekly inspection reportsMaintain professional conduct and impartiality in accordance with ISO 17020 requirementsEnsure adherence to site HSE requirements and Apave safety policiesSupport client approvals and qualification requirements (e.g., Aramco, ADNOC, Nuclear QA programmes)Represent Apave professionally at supplier and client sitesSkills & Knowledge:Decisive, assertive, results- and customer-orientedAbility to manage multiple assignments and prioritiesExcellent communication and reporting skillsFluent in English (written and spoken)Minimum 5 years experience functioning as a field Inspector within the Oil & Gas sectorKnowledge of client specifications and inspection surveillance points within ITPsFully conversant with applicable international codes and standards (e.g., ASME, API, ISO, EN)Experience witnessing heat treatment and mechanical testing activitiesAbility to prepare clear and accurate inspection reportsQualification & Experience:Experience supporting Nuclear sector manufacturing or QA programmesKnowledge of PED / Pressure Equipment / piping / valves / subsea equipmentExperience with major operator or EPC inspection programmesClient approvals (e.g., Aramco, ADNOC, Nuclear vendor programmes)Welding Inspector qualification (e.g., CSWIP 3.1 / 3.2 or equivalent)NDT qualifications (e.g., PCN / ASNT Level II or equivalent)Mechanical Engineering qualification (HNC, HND, BEng or equivalent)

Created: 2026-03-20