GRP Pipeline Inspector (TPI / QA-QC)

About the role

Bureau Veritas is looking for a GRP Pipeline Inspector (TPI / QA-QC Inspector) to inspect glass-reinforced plastic (GRP) pipes and fittings across the manufacturing, installation and testing stages. The inspector works on oil and gas, petrochemical, refinery, water transmission, desalination and offshore projects.

Key responsibilities

• Manufacturing inspection: review approved ITPs, procedures, drawings and material specs; verify resin, glass fibre, catalyst and additives; witness pipe making, curing, FAT and check dimensions, wall thickness, stiffness class, pressure rating and markings
• Incoming material inspection: check delivered pipes, fittings, flanges, couplings, gaskets and adhesives for transport damage, confirm traceability and material certificates
• Installation inspection: verify trench preparation, pipe alignment, joint preparation, laminated and adhesive joints, coupling torque and compliance with manufacturer recommendations and project specs
• Quality control: visual and dimensional inspection, wall thickness checks, Barcol hardness testing, laminate and joint integrity checks, field-fabricated spool inspection
• Hydrostatic and leakage testing: witness tests, verify calibrated gauges, ensure test pressure and holding time meet project specs, monitor leakage and pressure drops, review test records
• Documentation: review MTCs, manufacturer data reports, QC records, calibration certificates, hydrotest records and as-built docs; prepare inspection reports and punch lists

Required profile

• Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Engineering or a related discipline
• At least 8 years of experience in GRP piping inspection, preferably in oil and gas, petrochemical, refinery, water transmission, desalination and offshore projects
• Knowledge of GRP manufacturing processes (filament winding, centrifugal casting, hand lay-up)
• Familiarity with AWWA C950, ASTM D3517, D2996, D4161, ISO 14692, ASME B31.3 and B31.4, and client specifications such as Saudi Aramco, ADNOC, KNPC, KOC, PDO and QP
• NDT Level II certification and a valid coating/composite inspection certificate are an advantage

Required skills

• Strong knowledge of composite materials and GRP systems
• Reading isometric drawings and P&IDs
• QA/QC documentation and inspection procedures
• Report writing and client communication
• Understanding of offshore and onshore pipeline construction practices