Inspector - Lifting Equipment

About the Role

Join a leading global organization specializing in Testing, Inspection, and Certification (TIC) services, dedicated to aiding clients in meeting evolving standards related to quality, safety, environmental protection, and social responsibility.

Educational and Professional Background

Applicants should possess a degree or diploma in Mechanical, Electrical, or Civil Engineering, or hold an HNC (Higher National Certificate) or an equivalent qualification.

Experience and Skills

• Preferred experience ranges from 3 to 8 years in inspection roles involving lifting, construction, earthmoving equipment, or elevators.
• Knowledgeable in basic equipment inspection and international standards governing lifting equipment inspection and certification.
• Experience with maintenance of cranes and construction equipment is advantageous.
• Proficient with relevant inspection methodologies and capable of conducting inspections aligned with predefined quality plans and procedures.
• Ability to interpret inspection findings effectively (e.g., pass/fail determinations).
• Competent in computer usage and report writing.
• English language proficiency is required; familiarity with Arabic is a plus.

Additional Qualifications

• QatarEnergy Approved Inspectors require 3 years of post-qualification experience related to inspection and certification following the 3rd LEEA certification—applicable to both degree and diploma holders.
• Possession of LEEA certifications such as Part 1 Entrance, Lifting Gear General, Lifting Machines Manual, and Lifting Machines Power, highlighting familiarity with Third Party Inspection processes and diverse lifting equipment inspection.
• Electrical discipline knowledge including BS 7671 (17th Edition) and portable appliance testing experience.
• Elevator discipline expertise including standards EN 81, EN 115, BS 2830, with prior experience in in-service inspections.
• Pressure equipment discipline knowledge covering PED, EN 764, EN 12959, EN 12953, EN 14570, and API 510 with in-service inspection experience of pressure vessels and boilers.

Key Responsibilities

• Reviewing technical specifications and contractual requirements for inspections.
• Developing and reviewing quality plans and related procedures.
• Evaluating inspection assignment documents including technical details, schedules, milestones, and reporting logistics.
• Determining Bureau Veritas (BV) inspection interventions and selecting suitable inspection techniques.
• Performing inspections per the established quality plans and procedures, reporting results, and managing non-conformities.
• Ensuring adherence to BV’s quality systems during inspections.
• Promoting BV’s service portfolio to clients and maintaining secure work environments.
• Engaging in knowledge-sharing activities and ensuring continuous professional development.
• Conducting inspections and certification of various lifting gears such as wire rope slings, shackles, hooks, clamps, and slings.
• Witnessing proof load testing of lifting gears and offshore cargo units.
• Inspecting, certifying, and witnessing proof load testing of multiple crane types including tower cranes, mobile cranes, boom truck cranes, EOT cranes, floor cranes, forklifts, and man lifts.
• Upholding company regulations, code of ethics, and fostering values centered on results, service orientation, efficiency, knowledge sharing, impact, and core business principles.

Corporate Values

The organization fosters trust between businesses and promotes an inclusive, open work culture. Joining this team means contributing meaningfully to shaping a reliable and trusted global environment.