Job Title: Senior Subsea Pipeline Marine Inspector
Location: Qatar – Onshore & Offshore (based at RLIC)
Contract Type: 2-Year Secondment
Schedule: 6 Days/Week, 10 Hours/Day
Start Date: ASAP
Overview:
We are hiring a Senior Subsea Pipeline Marine Inspector for an exciting offshore pipeline repair project involving concrete weight coating (CWC) damage restoration. You'll be the QA/QC lead offshore – ensuring repair work on subsea pipelines and sleepers is executed to spec, safety standards, and certification requirements.
This is a technically complex role suited for someone experienced in subsea inspection, particularly those certified as CSWIP 3.4UC Underwater Inspection Controllers.
Key Responsibilities:
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Act as offshore QA/QC focal point, liaising with EPCI contractors and sub-contractors
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Monitor repair works on subsea concrete weight coatings and concrete sleepers
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Participate in inspection, testing, and verification of fabrication and installation activities
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Support and lead underwater inspection (UWI) campaigns during four shutdown phases (PL-49, PL-75, PL-610, PL-811)
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Review contractor deliverables, ensure compliance with specifications and procedures
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Provide inspection oversight during site integration tests (SIT) for clamps, PHFs, and repair tools
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Generate inspection records, reports, and lessons learned from offshore campaigns
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Collaborate with specialist contractors (e.g. NDT, grouting, bolt torquing) and third-party inspection bodies
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Ensure HSE requirements are upheld throughout offshore and onshore activities
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Interpret ROV video, diver commentary, and inspection data into formal documentation
Requirements:
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Bachelor's degree in Engineering (preferably Mechanical)
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CSWIP 3.4UC certification (Underwater Inspection Controller) – mandatory
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Valid offshore certification (e.g. BOSIET, FOET) and offshore medical
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Minimum 6 years of QA/QC experience in Oil & Gas, with significant offshore exposure
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Proven track record in subsea pipeline repairs, inspection, NDT, and construction
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Understanding of subsea pipeline integrity, corrosion modes, and protective systems
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Experience with underwater inspections via ROV or divers, report analysis, and defect logging
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Familiarity with DNV and ASME standards, pipeline coatings (FBE, CTE, CWC)
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Skilled in inspection planning, audit participation, and non-conformance management
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Strong IT, reporting, and interpersonal skills
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Fluency in English (spoken and written)