QA QC Mechanical Piping Inspector
Location: Qatar (Ras Laffan and Doha)
Assignment Type: Contract
Contract Duration: 36 months with potential extension
Start Date: May 2026 (estimated)
Working Schedule:
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8 to 10 hours per day
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6 days per week
Overview
An international energy sector organisation is seeking an experienced QA QC Mechanical Piping Inspector to support major onshore and offshore oil and gas projects in Qatar. The role forms part of the project quality team and is responsible for ensuring that materials, fabrication activities, and installation works meet strict technical specifications and quality standards.
This position plays a key role in maintaining quality assurance across procurement, fabrication, installation, and commissioning stages of large scale energy infrastructure projects.
Key Responsibilities
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Review contractor quality documentation and provide clear feedback to project quality representatives
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Evaluate the suitability of materials, equipment, and processes against project specifications
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Monitor fabrication, installation, and construction activities to ensure compliance with technical standards
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Conduct site receipt inspections of materials and equipment including visual and dimensional checks where applicable
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Verify that contractor quality processes and procedures are effectively implemented
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Ensure proper handling and storage of materials to prevent degradation or damage
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Maintain awareness of the latest revisions of project quality documentation and ensure proper record keeping
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Prepare daily inspection reports highlighting key observations and any quality concerns
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Participate in site quality verification activities including quality walkabouts and procurement surveillance
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Record and assist with the resolution of product related non conformances
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Coordinate closely with project teams, construction specialists, and inspection personnel
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Provide recommendations on quality related matters during project execution
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Support continuous improvement by contributing to quality training initiatives when required
Requirements
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Mechanical Engineering Diploma or equivalent technical qualification with relevant trade certification
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Minimum 8 years of inspection experience within oil and gas or energy infrastructure projects
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Experience supporting procurement, fabrication, installation, hook up, and commissioning phases of projects
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Strong experience with piping systems, valves, and static or rotating equipment installation and testing
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Familiarity with cryogenic service requirements and hot tapping activities
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Experience working on both onshore and offshore facilities is preferred
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Knowledge of international engineering codes and standards such as ASME, API, ASNT, and NACE
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Minimum two years of experience working with corrosion resistant alloy clad pipeline or piping systems
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Familiarity with ISO 9001 quality management principles
Certifications
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CSWIP 3.2.2 Senior Welding Inspection certification with RT interpretation
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NDT Level II certification (such as ASNT) in relevant inspection methods including UT, MT, PT or RT interpretation
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BGAS or NACE certification is preferred
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Experience with advanced NDT methods such as PAUT or TOFD is advantageous
Skills
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Strong technical knowledge of welding, metallurgy, fabrication processes, and non destructive testing
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Excellent inspection, coordination, and problem solving skills
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Ability to work effectively under schedule pressure and during fast track project phases
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Strong organisational and reporting skills
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Good written and spoken English communication skills
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Proficient with standard computer and reporting tools