About The Role

We are seeking a Senior Welding Inspector to oversee and ensure compliance with welding procedures and standards on a major offshore pipelay operation aboard a lay barge.

Key Responsibilities

Monitor welding activities to ensure compliance with WPS, project specifications, and international codes (e.g., DNV, ASME, ISO).
Review and verify welding procedures, welder qualifications, and consumable handling.
Conduct visual inspection of welds and coordinate with NDE team for further evaluations.
Ensure traceability of materials and welding consumables.
Prepare and maintain detailed inspection reports and documentation.
Liaise with client representatives and offshore welding personnel.

Requirements

15 years’ experience in welding inspection in offshore oil & gas projects.
10 years’ experience as Client representative
Certified to CSWIP 3.2 / 3.1, IWE / IWI-C , or equivalent international welding inspection certification.
Strong knowledge of pipeline welding, including automatic welding systems used on laybarges.
Familiarity with applicable codes and offshore welding challenges (e.g., pipe alignment, fatigue, corrosion resistance).
Fluent in English; excellent reporting and communication skills.
Offshore survival and medical certification (valid BOSIET/FOET with CA-EBS, OGUK or equivalent).