Job Title: Senior Inspection Method Engineer
Client: Global Energy Operator
Location: Corleto Perticara, Basilicata, Italy
Assignment Type: Residential
Contract Length: Annually Renewable
Start Date: ASAP
Working Schedule: Monday to Friday – 8 hours per day
Scope of Work
Main Responsibilities
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Optimize inspection philosophy in line with CLIENT standards and applicable legislation.
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Update inspection plans within the IDMS (Inspection Data Management System – ANTEA) based on plant modifications, new scopes, and RBI (Risk-Based Inspection) outputs.
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Support data collection and follow-up for RBI studies, specifically for Oil Centres and Flowlines.
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Adjust inspection programs in line with RBI results and support corrosion engineers in threat assessments.
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Draft and maintain Written Schemes of Examination according to company and international standards.
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Coordinate cross-functional support for inspection activities by participating in weekly "5 Weeks Look Ahead" planning and updating tasks in the Integrated Operational Planning system (5-month outlook).
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Serve as the interface between Italian regulatory authorities and CLIENT regarding inspection activities.
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Monitor and audit contractor performance and quality related to inspection work.
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Support the daily activities of the General Inspection Service Contract team.
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Ensure high-quality feedback for KPI tracking and reporting.
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Validate inspection reports and ensure proper management of anomalies via SAP notifications (CMMS).
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Ensure all work complies with HSE Group standards and Italian regulations, minimizing production disruptions.
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Participate in weekly and daily inspection coordination meetings.
Requirements
Education:
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Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
Professional Experience:
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Minimum 10 years’ experience in inspection with strong expertise in inspection methods and practices.
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At least 5 years of experience in the Oil & Gas industry.
Certifications (Preferred):
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ISO 9712 NDT
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API 510 – Pressure Vessel Inspector
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API 570 – Piping Inspector
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API 653 – Aboveground Storage Tank Inspector
Knowledge:
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UNI EN 16991:2018
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DM 239/04, D. Lgs 81/08
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Familiarity with API standards (510, 570, 653)
Skills:
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Strong teamwork and communication skills
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Proficiency in managing databases and reporting tools
Languages:
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Fluent in Italian and English (spoken and written)