VACANCY OVERVIEW
SENIOR SUBSEA PIPILINE MARINE INSPECTOR
Airswift are a Global Manpower Provider specializing in the Energy, Infrastructure & IT sectors. Present in more than 70 countries around the world, our reach, and capabilities in the markets we service is unparalleled in the industry.
We are working with our client based in Qatar to source a SENIOR SUBSEA PIPILINE MARINE INSPECTOR. This is residential contract to be based in Qatar.
Qualification:
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering discipline (Mechanical) with demonstrated knowledge and experience)
• CSWIP 3.4UC Underwater Inspection Controller (Ref. CSWIP Document No.CSWIP-DIV-7-95 – Part 2 (Requirements for the Certification of ROV Inspectors and Underwater Inspection Controllers)).
• Current / valid BOSIET, TBOSIET, FOET or TFOET certificate (Ref. OPITO requirements), as applicable, in conjunction with an offshore medical certificate.
• Experience in conducting QMS audits and QA verification programs for various project phases (i.e., Engineering, Procurement, Construction and Installation (specifically, the Repair / Installation of pipelines and their associated infrastructure) would be preferable.
Experience:
• At least six (6) years of working experience in Quality Assurance and Control (QA/QC) within the Oil and Gas industry (i.e., onshore and offshore).
• Should have a proven history as a lead 3.4UC underwater inspection controller within demanding subsea/offshore projects. Knowledge and/or Experience
• Subsea pipeline project experience is highly desired, with emphasis on pipeline operations, integrity assurance/non-destructive testing (NDT) and inspection, maintenance and/or design and construction.
• Familiarity with marine vessel operations and the organisational responsibility of the (i) Offshore Construction/Installation Manger, (ii) Vessel Master, (iii) Diving and ROV Supervisors, (iv) Client Representative(s), (v) Certifying Authorities, etc. • Knowledge and working experience of underwater inspection (UWI) in the form of visual inspection and non-destructive testing (NDT) conducted by means of the intervention of diver(s) and/or remotely operated vehicle (ROV) or crewed submersible (i.e., either as a practitioner and/or as the result of training or certification conforming to the requirements of CSWIP Document No. CSWIP-DIV-7-95 – Part 1 and 2).
• With respect to UWI and other related activities, shall be familiar with (i) relevant subsea applied inspection systems, (ii) recording and processing of data, (iii) quality assurance (QA), (iv) inspection planning and briefing, (v) the capabilities and limitations of divers/ROV’s and submersibles, and (vi) the care and deployment of equipment.
• Experienced in the review, interpretation, analysis and the development of underwater inspection (UWI) reports.
• Familiar with applicable Design Codes/Standards (e.g., ASME B&PV codes and standards, DNV-ST-F101, DNV-RP-F103, DNV-RP-B401, as applicable), as referenced in the Project’s Scope of WORK.
• Familiar with factory applied subsea pipeline coating systems (i.e., specifically fusion bonded epoxy (FBE) and hot applied coal tar enamel (CTE) anti-corrosion coating (ACC) systems, in conjunction with concrete weight coating (CWC)) and their respective inspection requirements.
• Knowledge of pipeline corrosion, cracking and modes of deterioration in steel and concrete (i.e. spalling), corrosion controls (e.g. marine compatible corrosion barrier systems (i.e. anti-corrosion coatings), cathodic protection (CP) in the form of galvanic bracelet anodes, etc.), and a proven history within a subsea and pipelines integrity focused organization.
Technical and Business Skills
• Contribute to the daily offshore report, development of technical briefs, reporting of any anomalies that are to be further assessed by others (i.e. subject matter experts, (SME’s), externally provided Consultants, etc.), and compiling lessons learned (LL), etc.
• Fluent in both spoken and written English.
• Solid qualitative (i.e. subjective) and quantitative (i.e. objective) investigative skills, as required.
• Advanced computer literacy
• Proven adaptability to working within a multinational / multicultural working environment.
• Strong commitment and associated people skills and a demonstrated ability to work as a team member under constrained project schedules during pre planned subsea pipeline shutdowns (i.e., offshore campaigns 1, 2 and 3).
• Proven QC inspection and coordination, with demonstrated subsea pipeline repair experience is advantageous.
Job Context & Major Challenge(s)
• Initially, the position shall be based onshore and then transferring to offshore, onboard one of the Contractors construction vessels (i.e. diving support vessels (DSV’s)), for the entire duration of all shutdown activities (i.e., four (4) separate offshore campaigns are planned – PL-49, PL-75, PL-610 and PL-811).
• Functions in accordance with Company policies and directives from the Subsea Marine QA/QC Specialist and QA/QC Lead (CAT III), as applicable.
• Provides QC support and recommendations to the Subsea Marine QA/QC Specialist, as and when required.
• Implements the Project’ quality control processes and procedures.
• Provides technical advice in relation to subsea pipeline inspection, and QC management. Docusign Envelope ID: 18C83F74-D8EA-4DA7-8437-51C2CE2BD11C Classification: Confidential
• Functions within established company corporate and industry policies and procedures.
• Attends project coordination meetings, and reports project QA/QC metrics to the Subsea Marine QA/QC Specialist.
• Participates in QA audits, as and when required.
• Attends QA/QC coordination meetings, as required in accordance with the Project scope.
• Shall be able to coordinate and lead project QA/QC meetings, as and when required.
• Functions in accordance with the established policies, procedures, and standards.
• Capable to work effectively under pressure during fast-track, specialized subsea pipeline repair shutdown campaigns.
• Shall be able to address complex QA/QC-related problems and issues, particularly in relation to subsea and pipeline systems and report the conclusions, accordingly.
• Rapid, front-line reporting of pipeline related events, issues and/or incidents during shutdown, depressurization, and re-pressurization.
• Ability to action key Project QA/QC activities in a timely and professional manner.
• Highlights the need to implement decisive action relating to project quality issues and escalates significant concerns to the Subsea Marine QA/QC Specialist and QA/QC Lead (CAT III), as and when required.
• Function as an effective CSWIP grade 3.4UC underwater inspection controller as certified by CSWIP (Ref. Document No. CSWIP-DIV-7-95 – Part 2).
Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
1. Ensure compliance with QatarEnergy LNG systems and processes, including the Project Management System. Engage contractors and applicable third-party organisations with a professional approach and maintain a good working level relationship.
2. Have a knowledge of the front end engineering design (FEED) deliverables and engineering study reports to support the implementation of the Project Quality Plan (PQP) and associated Procedures.
3. Review the project Scope of work, to determine the nature, extent, and frequency of quality verification activities.
4. Monitor, evaluate and report the inspection and testing status of the pipeline repair activities.
5. Maintain interface relationships with Subsea Pipeline Repair Installation, and Inspection Contractors (including nominated specialist third-party Contractor organisation(s)), and the applicable regulatory focal points; especially, those functioning offshore. Docusign Envelope ID: 18C83F74-D8EA-4DA7-8437-51C2CE2BD11C Classification: Confidential
6. Review Contractor’s and Vendor’s quality reports / deliverables, in line with the project quality requirements.
7. In conjunction with the QA/QC delegation operating offshore, verify that the repair activities are in accordance with approved documented information (i.e. procedures, specifications, detailed methodologies, etc).
8. Support the underwater inspection (UWI) activities during the offshore / subsea repairs, by means of the development of job records, preparation of daily reports, review of diver commentary and transfer into the written form, interpretate ROV camera footage and transfer into the written form and be able to produce an oral commentary of the daily activities, as and when required.
9. Monitor the technical inspections, verification, certification and acceptance by Specialist Third Party Inspection (TPI) Contractor, as applicable, and develop the final documentation for each offshore campaign (i.e., PL-49, PL-75, PL-610 and PL-811).
10. Contribute to the project QA verification programs to ensure ongoing project compliance throughout engineering, procurement, construction and offshore repair/installation. Ensure QA/QC readiness for mechanical acceptance, and compliant project completion/handover.
11. Contribute to the management process of identified non-conformances and the development of non conformance reports (NCR’s) – including, the issue of corrective action requests (CAR’s), participating in risk criticality assessments (RCA’s), review of dispositions and contributing to their successful close-outs. 12. Identify, record, and communicate quality related lessons learned (LL), and establish suitable corrective actions to improve work processes and prevent further undesirable conditions / situations, from one offshore campaign, to the next (i.e., four (4) separate offshore campaigns are planned - PL-49, PL-75, PL-610 and PL 811). Implement and uphold the QatarEnergy LNG health, safety, and environment (HSE) requirements throughout the execution of the Project, both onshore and offshore, in conjunction with Contractors / Sub contractors HSE specialists, as applicable.
If you are keen and interested with the role, you may apply to our website or share your updated resume to syazwani.ridzuan@airswift.com