Inspection Coordinator

About the role

Oman LNG is looking for an Inspection Coordinator for its Qalhat Complex in Sur. The role coordinates and supports the safe, timely and effective delivery of inspection activities across routine operations, maintenance, shutdowns, projects and inspection campaigns. It covers inspection planning, contractors, third-party inspectors, access, tools, documentation and work interfaces, and includes NDT, lifting equipment and relief device inspections. The coordinator also undertakes defined minor inspection tasks within their competence.

Key responsibilities

• Coordinate day-to-day inspection activities for routine maintenance, shutdowns, projects, fabrication, construction and ad-hoc plant needs, and help build inspection scopes, work lists, schedules and resource plans with the Senior Inspection Engineer and other teams.
• Maintain an integrated inspection schedule, track progress and communicate delays or conflicts.
• Coordinate inspection contractors, NDT technicians and third-party inspectors, including mobilization, site access, work allocation, priorities and demobilization, and confirm that NDT and lifting equipment personnel hold valid certifications and site authorizations.
• Monitor contractor performance, HSSE compliance and documentation quality, and collect and file contractor reports, certificates and records.
• Ensure inspection tools are calibrated, certified and fit for purpose, and keep a register of calibration certificates and due dates.
• Witness relief-valve inspection and testing, conduct goods-inward inspection of materials and equipment, and support basic material verification where trained and authorized.
• Ensure NDT and lifting equipment work complies with HSE procedures, including work permits, risk assessments, JHAs and radiation protection controls during RT activities.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree or diploma in Mechanical Engineering or an equivalent technical discipline.
• Minimum 3-4 years of experience in oil and gas, petrochemical, refinery or LNG industries.
• ASNT Level II or Level III certification in applicable methods; valid certifications in UT, RT, MT, PT and VT preferred.
• Experience in turnaround and shutdown planning and execution.

Required skills

• Strong knowledge of NDT methods and inspection techniques.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, welding procedures and codes.
• Good report writing and communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.

Working conditions: based in Sur on a 5/2 schedule, regular site maintenance involvement, extended hours during shutdowns, and work in an LNG plant.