QC Inspector​/NACE Coating Inspector; Petrochemical Industry

We are seeking a QC Inspector and/or NACE Coating Inspector for a petrochemical construction project starting in January 2026 in Cape Town. This dual‑discipline role involves welding and protective coating inspections to ensure compliance with project specifications, codes, and standards in high‑risk petrochemical environments.

Candidates with expertise in either QC welding inspections, NACE coating inspections, or both are encouraged to apply.

• Title: QC Inspector / NACE Coating Inspector
• Location: Cape Town, South Africa
• Employment Type: Fixed Term
• Reports to: Construction Manager
• Start Date: January 2026
• Department: Projects
• Seniority Level: Mid‑Senior
• Work arrangement: Full‑time
• Industry: Petrochemical / Construction

• Generate and maintain project Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs) and associated data packs.
• Assist with project planning, mobilization, and handover documentation.
• Inspect weld preparation, in‑process welding, and final welds according to approved WPS and project standards.
• Inspect surface preparation, environmental conditions, coating application, DFT, adhesion, and curing.
• Monitor blasting, priming, and coating processes to ensure compliance with coating standards (e.g., SSPC, ISO, NACE).
• Ensure welding and painting work meets API
  650, API
  563, ASME IX, AWS D1.1, and client‑specific standards.
• Review and interpret engineering drawings, isometrics, and coating specifications.
• Maintain accurate inspection records, NCRs, weld maps, and coating reports.
• Coordinate with construction teams, NDT technicians, and third‑party inspectors.
• Participate in project meetings, audits, and punch list close‑outs.
• Support completion handover documentation and final data pack compilation.

• Inspection compliance & accuracy: percentage of welding and coating inspections completed per project ITPs and industry standards.
• Non‑conformance management: number of NCRs raised, corrective action turnaround time, and recurrence rate.
• Documentation quality: accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of inspection reports, weld maps, and final data packs.
• Process monitoring & specification adherence: compliance with welding, blasting, and coating processes in the petrochemical environment.
• Coordination & workflow efficiency: effectiveness in coordinating with teams to prevent delays and rework.

• SAIW Level 1 or Level 2 Welding Inspector Certificate.
• NACE Coating Inspector Level 1 (or equivalent, e.g., AMPP, ICorr).
• Valid driver’s licence.

• API
  653 or API
  650 certification.
• Registration with SAQCC Corrosion.

• API
  653, API
  650 standards, ASME IX, AWS D1.1.
• ISO 12944, SSPC coating standards.
• ISO
  9001 principles.
• Working at heights, confined space entry, permit‑to‑work.

• 5–10 years in welding and coating inspection in petrochemical or industrial projects.
• Collaboration with NDT, HSE, and project engineering teams.
• Leadership experience coordinating welders and project teams.
• Proven track record in petrochemical plant construction, fuel storage terminals, or heavy mechanical environments.

• High attention to detail and technical accuracy.
• Skilled in using inspection tools: weld gauges, levels, DFT gauges, holiday testers, surface profile tools.
• Strong documentation and reporting skills.
• Technical drawing interpretation.
• Computer literacy: MS Office, Google Suite, QC systems.
• Effective communicator across disciplines and with external inspectors.
• Safety‑minded and committed to quality in petrochemical environments.