Lead Inspection Engineer
STANDARD TESTING AND INSPECTION SERVICES LTD
Engineering & Technology
- Minimum Qualification :
- Experience Level : Executive level
- Experience Length : 10 years
Job Description/Requirements
Company Description
Standard Testing and Inspection Services Limited is an ISO 9001:2015 certified, 100% indigenous oil servicing company. Our team is dedicated to maintaining high standards of quality and precision in the oil and gas industry. We pride ourselves on our comprehensive testing and inspection services, which are trusted by numerous clients. Located in Port Harcourt, we strive for excellence in every project we undertake.
Role Description
Experienced Lead, Inspection Engineer to oversee the implementation of inspection and painting programs on a major offshore FPSO, ensuring full compliance with inspection policies, international standards, and HSE requirements.
You will lead a multidisciplinary inspection team, manage specialist contractors, and serve as the focal point for all inspection activities—from subsea and topside to lifting equipment and corrosion monitoring. This role demands strong leadership, technical depth, and the ability to coordinate with multiple disciplines to maintain asset integrity and operational safety.
Key Responsibilities
- Direct and supervise offshore inspection & painting operations.
- Lead site inspection teams, corrosion monitoring crews, and contractors.
- Maintain integrity registers and oversee temporary repair tracking.
- Coordinate with classification societies for hull & machinery compliance.
- Manage inspection records using UNISUP/SAP, validate results, and report to stakeholders.
- Initiate ad-hoc inspections when required and address emergent integrity issues.
- Provide technical expertise in corrosion control, welding, and lifting equipment certification. Work closely with HSE, marine, and production teams to align inspection programs with operational needs.
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Qualification
- BSc or equivalent in Engineering.
- 10+ years in oil & gas inspection operations, including 3+ years in a supervisory role.
- Strong knowledge of NDT methods, API 510 & API 570, corrosion mechanisms, cathodic protection, lifting equipment inspection, and welding quality control.
- Familiarity with FPSO systems, hull/machinery inspection, and subsea integrity management.
- Proficiency in UNISUP/SAP Inspection Solution and working knowledge of RBI methodology. Excellent leadership, reporting, and English communication skills.
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