Plant & Equipment Inspector

About the Role

Applus+ is seeking an experienced Plant & Equipment Inspector to join their team in Al Jubail, Eastern region. This contract role involves performing in-service inspections of plant equipment and piping within refinery and petrochemical facilities, ensuring equipment integrity and safe plant operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct in-service inspections of plant equipment and piping in refinery and petrochemical facilities.
• Perform inspections using appropriate tools and techniques.
• Review inspection findings to identify potential defects, deterioration, or integrity concerns.
• Prepare accurate inspection reports and technical documentation.
• Provide technical recommendations based on inspection findings.
• Ensure all inspection activities comply with applicable API standards and project requirements.
• Support equipment integrity and reliability through effective inspection and reporting.
• Maintain proper inspection records and documentation.

Qualifications and Experience

• An Engineering Degree or Diploma in Mechanical or Metallurgical Engineering is required.
• A minimum of 8 years of experience in refinery or petrochemical plant in-service inspection is mandatory.

• Candidates must hold at least two valid API certifications from the following:

  • API 510 – Pressure Vessel Inspector
  • API 570 – Piping Inspector
  • API 653 – Aboveground Storage Tank Inspector
• Familiarity with API 598, API 572, API 576, and other relevant inspection standards.
• Hands-on experience in equipment and piping inspection.
• Experience with inspection tools, technical reporting, and preparing inspection recommendations.

Work Type

This is a contract position. Salary details will be disclosed during the application process.