Offshore Welding Inspector - Pipelay (Bonga North)

About the role

Sajoo Knig Ltd is recruiting experienced Welding Inspectors for the pipelay campaign on Shell's Bonga North project, a greenfield deepwater development about 130 km offshore Nigeria in water depths of 900-1,300 m. The work covers welders' qualification testing (WQT) and offshore pipelay of flowlines and risers onboard the FDS pipelay vessel. The position is onboard, with a 28 days on / 28 days off rotation and a competitive day rate based on certification and offshore pipelay experience. Candidates from Nigeria and internationally are considered, subject to project local content requirements.

Key responsibilities

• Witness and monitor welders' qualification testing (WQT) on behalf of the Company
• Inspect mechanized and manual welding during offshore pipelay of flowlines and risers
• Monitor welding parameters, consumables and procedures for compliance with approved WPS and project specifications
• Verify welder qualifications and track welder performance
• Liaise with NDT personnel and review inspection results
• Raise and follow up on non-conformances
• Prepare and submit flash and weekly inspection reports

Required profile

• Degree or other tertiary qualification
• 8+ years' experience in mechanized and manual welding inspection, including GMAW, GMAW-STT, SMAW, GS-FCAW and GTAW
• Previous experience on an offshore pipelay vessel or barge (J-lay and/or S-lay), ideally Saipem FDS, Subsea 7, McDermott, Allseas or TechnipFMC vessels
• Experience with riser/fatigue and CRA clad pipeline/piping welding inspection and with welders' qualification testing
• Familiarity with welding inspection equipment
• Valid offshore certifications (e.g. BOSIET/FOET and offshore medical), or the ability to obtain them before mobilization

Required skills

• CSWIP 3.1 or AWS-CWI as a minimum; CSWIP 3.2.2 / AWS-SCWI with NDT Level II preferred
• Knowledge of WPS and WQT

To apply, send your CV and copies of your certifications by email, including a short summary of your vessel and project history, your expected day rate and your availability. Shortlisting is underway, so early applications are encouraged.