QC INSPECTOR (WELDING, NDT & PAINTING) – Qatar Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent). Mandatory Certifications: Senior Welding Inspector: CSWIP 3.2 / AWS-SCWI Painting Inspector: BGAS Grade-2 / NACE Level-2 NDT Level-2 in RT, MT, UT & PT (ASNT/ACCP) Equivalent international certifications are acceptable. Additional API certifications (API 570 / API 936 / RTRP / other API Inspector certs) are an advantage. Preferably with formal training in QA/QC and QMS Internal Auditor. Experience 10 years (Degree holders) or 15 years (Diploma holders) in a similar role within the Oil & Gas sector. GCC experience is desirable. Strong knowledge in Welding, NDT, Heat Treatment, Painting/Coating, and related quality/testing requirements for major Oil & Gas process plants and cross?country pipeline construction. Familiar with international codes & standards: ASTM, API, AWS, ISO, BS EN, SSPC, NACE, IOGP, Shell DEP, MESC, etc. Hands-on experience in: Qualification & testing of Welding/NDT/WPHT procedures RTRP/Painting/Coating systems Assessing Welders, NDT Technicians, Blasters, Painters, Laminators Experience with welding of various materials including Inconel, DSS, SDSS, Ni, Cr, and other exotic alloys. Primary Duties & Responsibilities Review and understand project specifications and inspection documentation. Implement quality inspection procedures for construction activities, suppliers, and subcontractors. Follow the 90?day look-ahead schedule, daily work plan, RFIs, and coordinate with focal points to ensure all planned Welding/NDT/Painting activities are covered. Verify availability of latest approved documents, drawings, qualification IDs, and calibration certificates at job sites. Witness qualification and testing activities, including Welding/NDT/WPHT, RTRP/Painting/Coating systems, and personnel qualifications. Conduct in-process, stage, and final inspections; review RT films; witness repairs; verify completion of welding/NDT/painting for piping spools and test packs. Monitor weekly welding/NDT status and welder performance. Ensure traceability and proper storage of tanks, piping, pipeline components, paints, and welding consumables as per approved procedures. Conduct surveillance on on-site/off-site fabrication, welding, NDT, painting, and coating activities to identify potential or actual non-conformances. Provide feedback on recurring quality issues and follow up on corrective actions. Ensure all inspection, measuring, and testing equipment have valid calibration. Assist in reviewing and approving method statements, JHAs, QCPs, ITPs, MARs, and participate in quality walkthroughs. Monitor performance of contractor/subcontractor/third?party inspectors and support competency improvements. Communicate effectively with contractors, third parties, and construction teams. Implement and enforce applicable Quality Management System requirements. Work on construction sites and in prevailing climatic conditions for at least 80% of the time. Ensure personal safety and the safety of others affected by ongoing activities.