Civil/Structural Inspector

Aberdeen
1 year ago
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Civil/Structural Inspector - Based in Aberdeen, St Fergus, or Mossmorran

Exciting Opportunity for Experienced Professionals in Civil/Structural Inspection

Are you an experienced Civil/Structural Inspector with a background in oil and gas facilities? This is your chance to join a dynamic team, working across two onshore gas processing facilities and one marine jetty. With the flexibility to choose your base location in Aberdeen, St Fergus, or Mossmorran, this role offers variety, professional growth, and a chance to make a real impact.

Key Responsibilities:

Inspection and Compliance: Perform visual inspections of civil and structural elements, ensuring alignment with performance standards and anomaly criteria. Areas of focus include:
Surface and topside structures
Foundations and mooring systems
Structural elements providing fire and explosion protection
Passive fire protection and drainage systems
Maintenance and integrity of structural elements
Reporting: Document inspection findings, record defects, and upload reports to the Integrity Management System (IMS). Generate CAIRs/notifications for identified issues and respond to ad hoc inspection requests.
System Management: Oversee the IMS platform, ensuring CAIRs are raised, monitored, updated, and closed out, in coordination with the structural team.
Inspection Coordination: Identify areas requiring specialized inspections, such as rope access, drones, or workboats, and manage these activities.
Safety Compliance: Adhere to health, safety, security, environmental, and compliance standards.
What We're Looking For:
Experience: A minimum of 10 years in civil/structural inspection, ideally within the oil and gas industry.
Qualifications: HND or higher in Civil or Structural Engineering.
Skills: Strong technical expertise, attention to detail, and familiarity with safety and compliance standards.
Work Authorization: Candidates must have the right to work in the UK.What We Offer:

Full-time, permanent position with a Monday-to-Friday schedule.
Flexibility to be based in Aberdeen, St Fergus, or Mossmorran, with travel between facilities.
The opportunity to work on critical infrastructure in the energy sector.Ready to Apply?

If you're a skilled Civil/Structural Inspector passionate about ensuring the safety and integrity of vital infrastructure, we want to hear from you.

Additional Information:

Candidates should be prepared to commute reliably or relocate to their chosen base location.
Take the next step in your career and contribute to projects that truly matter. Apply now!

To apply, please get in touch with your CV and details of your salary expectations and notice period

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