Welding Inspector – CBT Passed or Non‑CBT (Sohar, Oman)

About the role

This is a full‑time, on‑site Welding Inspector position located in Sohar, Oman, open to both CBT‑passed and non‑CBT professionals. The role involves daily inspection of welds on structures, pipelines and related components to ensure compliance with applicable codes, standards and project specifications.

Key responsibilities

• Review welding procedures and verify welder qualifications.
• Monitor welding activities and conduct visual as well as non‑destructive examinations.
• Document inspection findings, prepare detailed reports and coordinate with project and QA/QC teams.
• Support corrective actions and ensure quality and safety throughout fabrication and construction phases.
• Collaborate with site supervisors, engineers and client representatives to maintain high‑quality workmanship.

Required profile

• Strong experience in welding inspection and practical knowledge of welding processes, materials and procedures.
• Quality control and assurance expertise to implement project‑specific QA/QC plans.
• Relevant certifications such as CSWIP, AWS‑CWI or equivalent and CBT qualification are highly beneficial.
• Familiarity with international welding codes (ASME, AWS, ISO) and experience in heavy industry, oil & gas or construction projects.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, welding procedures and inspection reports with high attention to detail.

Required skills

• Welding Inspection
• Visual Inspection
• Non‑Destructive Testing (NDT)
• Review of Welding Procedures
• Welder Qualification Verification
• Technical Drawing Interpretation
• Knowledge of ASME, AWS and ISO codes
• QA/QC Documentation
• CBT qualification