Department: QA/QC
Reports To: QHSE MANAGER
Job Summary
The Material Inspector is responsible for inspecting, verifying, and ensuring all materials used in EPC and fabrication activities comply with project specifications, codes, and quality standards. The role places strong emphasis on material traceability, certification review, and inspection of piping, structural, and welding consumables throughout the project lifecycle.
Key Responsibilities
Incoming Material Inspection
- Inspect all incoming materials (pipes, fittings, flanges, valves, structural steel, plates).
- Verify materials against Purchase Orders (PO), Material Requisitions (MR), and approved specifications.
- Check for physical damage, corrosion, and dimensional compliance.
Certification & Traceability
- Review and verify Mill Test Certificates (MTCs), Certificates of Conformance (CoC).
- Ensure compliance with standards such as ASME, ASTM, API, ISO.
- Confirm heat number traceability and ensure proper transfer to cut pieces during fabrication.
- Maintain traceability records throughout fabrication and installation stages.
Fabrication Material Control
- Verify materials before fabrication (cutting, welding, fit-up).
- Ensure correct material grade and specification are issued to the workshop.
- Monitor identification marking and color coding systems.
- Confirm compliance of welding consumables (electrodes, wires, flux) with approved WPS.
Welding & Consumables Inspection
- Inspect storage conditions of welding consumables (e.g., ovens, temperature control).
- Verify batch numbers and certifications of consumables.
- Ensure proper issuance and control of consumables in line with QA/QC procedures.
Non-Conformance Management
- Raise Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs) for defective or non-compliant materials.
- Follow up on corrective actions (repair, replacement, or concession approval).
- Ensure segregation of rejected materials.
Documentation & Reporting
- Maintain detailed inspection records and material logs.
- Prepare Material Receiving Inspection Reports (MRIR).
- Update material tracking systems and support document control processes.
Coordination
- Liaise with QA/QC engineers, fabrication supervisors, warehouse teams, and procurement.
- Support production by ensuring only approved materials are released for fabrication.
Compliance & Standards
- Ensure adherence to project specifications, ITPs (Inspection Test Plans), and quality procedures.
- Support internal/external audits and client inspections.
- Ensure proper preservation and storage of materials.
Qualifications & Requirements
- HND/bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, Materials Engineering, or related field.
- 4–8 years of experience in EPC and fabrication environments (oil & gas preferred).
- Strong knowledge of piping materials, structural steel, and welding consumables.
- Familiarity with codes and standards: ASME, ASTM, API, ISO.
- Ability to read and interpret isometric drawings, P&IDs, and material specifications.
Key Competencies
- Material Inspection & Verification
- Fabrication Process Understanding
- Material Traceability Management
- Attention to Detail
- QA/QC Documentation & Reporting
- Communication & Coordination
KPIs / Performance Indicators
- Zero usage of unapproved/non-compliant materials
- Accuracy of inspection and material verification
- Compliance with material traceability requirements
- Reduction in material-related NCRs
- Timeliness of inspection and reporting
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