Structural Inspection Water; SIAW Assistant Inspector

Location

• United Kingdom/Germany and Netherlands sites.

• Fixed term contract (March – August 2026).

• Work as part of a small offshore-based team, supporting the Inspector with structural inspections.
• Assist with inspections using General Visual Inspections (GVI), Close Visual Inspections (CVI), Bolt Preload Inspections (Echobolt), and confined space drone inspections (Scout
  
  DI).
• Capture and record inspection data accurately in line with client engineer requests and the instructed work scope.
• Understand and adhere to site-specific client RAMS and safe systems of work.
• Perform inspections across various offshore work locations throughout the UK and Europe, including wind turbine generators (WTG’s) and offshore substations.

• Assist with structural Main and Tower Piece (MP/TP) inspections of wind turbine generations at various offshore locations.
• Ensure all Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) compliance procedures and documentation are followed accurately on site.
• Act as a team member responsible for confined space rescue, following all confined space entry and emergency response procedures.
• Ensure inspection data is accurately captured and reported using an iPad with client-supplied software (DIT).
• Ensure the correct and appropriate use of all tooling and equipment in line with operational and safety procedures.
• Carry out all activities in a safety-focused and conscientious manner, always prioritising personal and team safety.
• Conduct toolbox talks and actively participate in inductions, safety briefings, and mobilisation meetings.
• Perform straightforward, unsupervised inspections of new and ageing structures in accordance with established Task Procedures.
• Perform and assist with various measurement techniques, ensuring accurate collection and recording of inspection data.
• Report inspection findings clearly and accurately, using structural drawings and pictorial references.
• Complete all client site-specific online inductions and electrical safety training.
• Complete in-house, client provided task-related training to ensure competence in all assigned inspection and operational activities.

• Demonstratable experience and proven competence in a similar role, performing inspection, maintenance, or operational tasks to industry standard.
• Experience in reporting inspection and operational data using IT systems.
• Proven experience working safely in confined space working.
• Work effectively as part of a team, collaborating with colleagues to achieve operational and inspection objectives.
• Use initiative as required, making informed decisions and taking appropriate action to support safe and efficient operations.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure, adapting to changing priorities and conditions while maintaining quality and safety standards.
• Ability to make informed decisions in the absence of the Team Lead, ensuring continuity of operations and adherence to safety and procedural standards.
• Experience in, or a strong interest in, the operation and maintenance of drones.
• Basic IT skills, including familiarity with common software applications and the ability to record, report, and manage data efficiently.

• Participate in refresher training and competence reassessments as required.
• Hold a valid offshore medical certification – OEUK with Chester Step, achieving a score of Good or above.
• Hold GWO Basic Safety Training certifications, including a minimum of 1 year experience on GWO WAH for working in German waters.
• Hold GWO Enhanced First Aid certification.
• Meet confined space requirements, with at least one of the following certifications:
• City and Guilds 6150 Level 2 Award in Working in Medium Risk Confined Spaces.
• DGUV Regulation 113 - 004/005 (1.5 Day Training).
• Danish 2 Day Medium Risk Confined Space Course.
• Possesses relevant inspection experience and qualifications, including but not limited to the following:
• NACE level 2 (coating inspection) or similar level of qualification.
• Hold a full UK driving license.
• Hold IOSH Working Safely certification, or equivalent.
• Hold Get Up Safely (GUS) certification.

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to a fair and inclusive recruitment process for all applicants.