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Position Overview We are seeking an experienced Coating, Painting and Insulation (Piping & Pipeline) Inspector to join our Quality Assurance and Quality Control team. This role is critical to ensuring the highest standards of coating, painting, and insulation applications in the oil & gas and industrial sectors. The successful candidate will conduct comprehensive inspections, monitor contractor compliance, and maintain rigorous quality standards across all project phases. Key Responsibilities Primary Functions • Review and approve contractor painting, coating, and wrapping procedures • Conduct inspections of surface profile and chloride contamination testing per applicable standards • Monitor weather and equipment conditions during painting and coating operations • Verify paint materials are sourced from approved manufacturers with valid pot life • Ensure coating application complies with manufacturer technical data sheets and approved specifications • Monitor proper time intervals between intermediate coats for optimal chemical and mechanical bonding • Witness and verify Dry Film Thickness (DFT) and holiday/pinhole detection using calibrated equipment • Monitor surface preparation, bonding agent application, elastomer and wrapping operations on riser pipes and clamps • Witness post-curing tests including hardness, spark, sound, adhesion, visual and dimensional checks • Monitor CTE coating application and post-curing tests on pipelines • Monitor heat shrink sleeve application and holiday testing on field joints • Monitor wrapping (Servi Wrap M 30 B), holiday detection, and doping on offshore pipelines Technical Expertise & Decision-Making • Apply strong knowledge of international codes and standards (ASME, API, ANSI, ASTM, BS) • Select and execute appropriate inspection techniques for each application • Verify and approve non-conformities and corrective actions • Identify required Bureau Veritas interventions based on Quality Plans and specified standards • Review and appraise inspection procedures • Conduct all activities within defined scope of competency Business & Reporting Requirements • Report daily inspection findings, non-compliance, and discrepancies to Team Leader • Deliver inspection reports within allocated timeframes with high quality standards • Ensure inspections comply with approved drawings, Inspection Test Plans (ITPs), and technical specifications • Meet project development objectives and timelines Customer & Stakeholder Management • Establish and maintain direct contact with clients and project stakeholders • Liaise with clients and Project Management Consultants professionally and effectively • Understand client needs and work toward successful project outcomes • Develop trust and open communication channels with all stakeholders • Ensure inspections align with Purchase Orders, approved drawings, and applicable technical specifications Continuous Improvement & Professional Development • Maintain expertise through specialized training and knowledge management • Stay current on all painting and coating developments • Contribute to knowledge sharing and best practice initiatives • Demonstrate results-oriented, service-driven, and problem-solving approach • Comply with company regulations, procedures, and Code of Ethics Minimum Required Qualifications Education • 3-Year Diploma in Mechanical Engineering, OR • 4-Year Bachelor Degree in Mechanical Engineering Certifications & Specializations • BGAS 2 or NACE 2 Certification (mandatory) • Minimum 5 years work experience in similar coating, painting, and insulation inspection roles • For Pipeline Inspectors: Familiarity with 3 LPE (Liquid Epoxy) coating systems Industry Experience Qualification Required Experience 3-Year Diploma Holders Minimum 12 years industrial QA/QC in Coating, Painting & Insulation 4-Year Bachelor Degree Holders Minimum 3 years industrial QA/QC in Coating, Painting & Insulation Oil & Gas Experience • Diploma Holders: Minimum 8 years in oil & gas sector • Bachelor Degree Holders: Minimum 6 years in oil & gas sector Technical Knowledge • Strong knowledge of international codes and standards (ASME, API, ANSI, ASTM, BS) • Proven experience with painting/coating inspection per relevant codes • Proficiency in applying codes, standards, project specifications, and procedures Training & Certifications (Upon Hire) • Site Safety Induction • H2S Training • HSE Induction for Specific Projects Key Working Relationships The successful candidate will work closely with: • IND Manager • Project Manager • Team Leader • Technical Manager / Deputy Technical Manager • Customers, Clients, and Project Management Consultants • Other Bureau Veritas organizational units as required Performance Metrics (KPIs) • Timely delivery of inspection reports to Team Leader • High quality of inspection documentation and findings • Inspections completed within allocated timeframes • Effective knowledge sharing and best practice contributions • Client satisfaction and stakeholder feedback