Inspection Team Leader

Fulkrum is a global leader in inspection, expediting, auditing, and technical staffing services, delivering exceptional solutions to the energy, engineering, and construction industries for over 14 years. Headquartered in the UK, we have established a strong presence across six continents, serving more than 300 clients worldwide.

Our commitment to excellence has been recognised with prestigious awards, including the King's Award for Enterprise in International Trade (2023), the People and Competency Award at the EIC Awards (2023), and the Scale-Up Award at the WESCA North America Awards (2024). Most recently, Fulkrum was named the 2025 winner in the People, Culture & Optimisation category at the EIC North & Central America Regional Awards.

We are seeking a highly experienced and technically proficient Inspection Team Leader to join our dynamic team. This role is pivotal in ensuring the quality and integrity of inspection activities across our projects. You will represent Fulkrum and its clients on‑site, lead field inspections, support inspectors, and uphold our commitment to excellence and compliance.

• Represent Fulkrum and its clients in the execution of field QC activities
• Conduct visual inspections of commodities in line with qualifications and experience
• Review material test certificates and verify compliance
• Witness and verify Non‑Destructive Testing (NDT) and Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT) in various formats
• Perform pre‑shipment inspections and ensure readiness for dispatch
• Carry out inspections based on Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs), reviewing client‑provided ITPs and method statements, and resolving discrepancies
• Ensure inspections are planned and executed using documented procedures

• Create, review, and submit detailed field inspection reports within 24 hours of inspection
• Accurately report all findings, including issuing Non‑Conformance Certificates when applicable
• Maintain strict confidentiality of all inspection data and share findings only with authorised client representatives
• Where subcontracted test results are included, clearly identify them in reports
• Prepare field audit reports and maintain them on the Fulkrum server

• Provide desk‑based support to Fulkrum operations, including report reviews and coordination assistance
• Support the coordination team as needed to ensure smooth project execution
• Support the coordination team in technical review and root cause analysis during customer complaints that are technical in nature
• Prepare an Annual Field audit plan and conduct the audits/assessments as per the plan
• Provide Technical Training for the team on a technical subject once every month
• Lead Operational training for all current and newly onboarded Inspectors to ensure consistency in reporting, performance, and client relationship management of all field personnel

• Ensure adherence to all Client Service Level Agreements (SLAs)
• Verify that all inspection equipment is calibrated and traceable to national or international standards
• Participate in internal audits and management review inputs related to inspection outcomes and process improvements
• Alert management to any conflict‑of‑interest situations or undue pressures that may compromise impartiality

• The Inspection Team Leader shall uphold the core values of Independence, Impartiality, Integrity, and Confidentiality, in accordance with ISO 17020 Type A Inspection Body guidelines

• Diploma or bachelor’s degree in engineering
• Minimum 8 years’ experience as a QC Inspector for bachelor’s degree holders
• Minimum 10 years’ experience for Diploma holders

• Electrical Inspectors: COMPEX and ATEX preferred
• Welding and Mechanical Inspectors: CSWIP 3.1 or AWS CWImandatory; CSWIP 3.2 or AWS SCWI preferred
• BGAS Grade 2, NACE Level 2, or SSPC Level 2 preferred
• NDT: ASNT Level 2 in RT, PT, UT, and MT is mandatory
• ISO 9001 Internal Auditor Mandatory
• API
  
  Certifications:
  
  Preferred

• Comprehensive understanding of applicable industry codes and standards,…