Senior Welding & Fabrication Inspector

Job title: Senior Welding & Fabrication Inspector & QA/QC Expediting Contractor

 

We are currently seeking experienced Senior Welding & Fabrication Inspector/ QA/QC Expediting Contractor

to support engineering, fabrication, and manufacturing projects across local and international sites for a 12-month contract.  This is a project-based, independent contractor opportunity suited to seasoned professionals who can operate autonomously and uphold strict quality and compliance standards across supplier environments.

 

Minimum Requirements

• Trade qualification (Red Seal Artisan – Fitter, Boilermaker, or Millwright) and/or
• SAIW Level II / IWS / IWT Welding Inspection certification
• Coating Inspection certification (SAIW / NACE / FROSIO advantageous)
• NDE certifications (VT, PT, MT, RT, UT – advantageous)

 

Experience Required

• 5+ years in engineering equipment manufacturing and fabrication, working on construction or industrial sites
• Strong QA/QC background across fabrication and furnace/engineering equipment
• Solid understanding of:
  • Welding, fabrication, machining, and heat treatment processes
  • Codes & standards (AWS, ASME, EN ISO)
  • Engineering drawings and technical documentation
• Proven experience with welding documentation (WPS, PQR, WQR)
• Working knowledge of ISO 9001 and ISO 3834

 

Scope of Work

• Conduct quality inspections on fabricated and manufactured equipment
• Perform supplier inspections (local & international)
• Oversee welding, fabrication, machining, heat treatment, coating, and NDE processes
• Verify compliance with drawings, specifications, and applicable codes/standards
• Monitor supplier progress and expediting against project schedules
• Compile detailed inspection and progress reports
• Liaise with suppliers, clients, and project teams on all quality-related matters

 

Key Competencies

• Strong communication and client-facing ability
• Able to work independently in deadline-driven environments
• High attention to detail and analytical thinking
• Strong reporting and documentation skills
• Ability to influence suppliers and drive quality compliance

 

Additional Requirements

• Valid driver’s licence and own transport
• Valid passport
• Willingness to travel extensively (local & international)
• Physically fit for site-based work
• Full computer literacy

 

Key Deliverables

• Inspection & test reports
• Welding and fabrication verification documentation
• Expediting and progress reports
• Supplier quality feedback
• Non-conformance and corrective action inputs