Lead inspector; L3
Job in
3090, Rotterdam, South Holland, Netherlands
Listed on 2026-07-06
Listing for:
Technology Co
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-07-06
Job specializations:
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Engineering
Quality Engineering -
Quality Assurance - QA/QC
Quality Control - QC Analysts/Managers, Quality Engineering
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Lead inspector (L3)
Location:
Rotterdam, NL
Country/Region: NL
Job Area:
Maintenance
Business Unit: RP, Refining
The Lead inspector (L3) is the key specialist for Neste for inspection activities. The role reports to the Maintenance Engineering Supervisor and is the first contact point for the outsourced inspection team. The Lead Inspector (L3) has an independent reporting line to the plant manager. The Lead Inspector (L3) leads a team of 7 external inspectors. The purpose is to initiate, define, execute and monitor the planned and unplanned inspections for Neste Netherlands.
The Lead Inspector (L3) provides assurance through an effective inspection program about the condition of the equipment. The role is accountable for the long-range inspection plan to optimise the inspection plans within the regulatory requirements with a methodical approach, with a strong focus on safety to execute the inspections safely and orderly.
They are part of the maintenance department. The overall responsibility of the department is to maintain the plant and the supporting facilities according to legal and industry standards in a cost-efficient manner.
Responsibilities include:
Develop risk-based and cost-efficient inspections and maintenance plans
Analyse failures from the maintenance management system
Initiate and support improvement activities
Maintain, review and update preventive inspection plans ensuring legal compliance and Neste standards, and account for technical developments
Develop plans to maintain functional safety level and legal compliance (e.g., PGS
29, PED)
Ensure all required inspections are performed according to the multi-year plan and maintain the plan for static equipment
Ensure inspections are of the right quality and follow up on the NDT program to comply with internal and external standards
Approve inspection reports including findings to assess the integrity of equipment through periodical inspections
Manage inspection management data system, reports from inspections, assessments of mechanical integrity, mitigating measures and follow-up
Act as liaison with the maintenance engineering department to maintain equipment integrity
Initiate and lead improvement initiatives and monitor necessary tests
Ensure documentation is up to date and compliance with local legislation in Neste Netherlands management systems
Provide input in cost forecasting
Contribute to keeping Neste corporate specifications up-to-date for the discipline area
Participate in project teams and lead small projects, review technical improvements
Experience
Minimum 10 years in Oil & Gas, petrochemical industry as a Level 3 inspector
Prior experience in Projects and TAs execution
Knowledgeable with international standards, petroleum/petrochemical plant materials and equipment (PRD, KVI, WBDA, PED)
Experienced in maintenance work control, planning, reliability methodologies
Knowledge of related maintenance and engineering disciplines
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