Pipeline Inspectors; General, Welding & Coating - Northern Ontario

Position: Pipeline Inspectors (General, Welding & Coating) - Northern Ontario
Location: Sault Ste. Marie

Job Description
SGS is currently looking for Pipeline Inspectors (General, Welding & Coating) in multiple locations in Northern Ontario. Work will be assigned on an as needed basis and will be paid for the hours/days and other applicable cost items for the hours/days spent on the assigned work. The work duration could be a day or several days or several weeks.

Pipeline Inspectors (General, Welding & Coating)

Northern Ontario | 6–8 Positions Available

Early July 2026 Start | Project Through Mid-November 2026

$900/Day

SGS is currently seeking  6–8 experienced Pipeline Inspectors  to support a large integrity dig program in Northern Ontario.

We are actively recruiting:

General Inspectors

Welding Inspectors

Coating Inspectors

Candidates with welding or coating inspection experience are highly preferred; however, experienced pipeline inspectors with strong construction inspection backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities
Depending on assignment, responsibilities may include:

Monitor contractor activities to ensure compliance with project specifications, drawings, procedures, codes, standards, and regulations.

Participate in daily safety meetings, tailboards, and field-level hazard assessments (FLHAs).

Exercise Stop Work Authority when unsafe acts or conditions are identified.

Verify contractor compliance with site-specific safety plans and quality requirements.

Oversee integrity dig activities including excavation, trenching, back filling, restoration, welding, coating, and related construction activities.

Review and verify Inspection Test Plans (ITPs) and quality documentation.

Identify and report construction, safety, and quality non-conformances.

Complete daily inspection reports and maintain accurate project documentation.

Work collaboratively with contractors, project teams, and stakeholders to support successful project execution.

Participate in incident investigations, quality walkdowns, lessons learned sessions, and project closeout activities.

Qualifications
General Inspector Qualifications
Required

3+ years of General Inspection experience

API 1169 Certification

API 1184 Certification

Strong knowledge of pipeline construction processes and procedures

Oil & gas pipeline and/or industrial facilities experience

High school diploma or equivalent

Preferred

8–10 years of oil & gas pipeline and industrial facilities experience

Red Seal Trade Certification

Coating Inspector Qualifications
Required

2+ years of Coating Inspection experience

API 1169 Certification

API 1184 Certification

AMPP/NACE CIP Level 1

AMPP/NACE CIP Level 2 preferred

Knowledge of coating inspection codes and standards

Manufacturing training and/or product exposure

Oil & gas pipeline and industrial facilities experience

High school diploma or equivalent

Welding Inspector Qualifications
Required

8–10 years of Welding/Welding Inspection experience on pipelines or industrial facilities

API 1169 Certification

API 1184 Certification

CSA W178.2 Level 1 or Level 2

Strong knowledge of CSA Z662 and/or ASME B31.3

Oil & gas pipeline and industrial facilities experience

High school diploma or equivalent

Engineer, Technician, Technologist, Red Seal Journeyman, or Designated Specialist background

Preferred

B-Pressure Welding experience

Experience leading, coaching, or mentoring inspection teams

Welding or NDE/NDT degree, diploma, or certification

CGSB NDT Level 2

Project Details

Location:

Northern Ontario

Start Date:

Early July 2026

Duration:
Through Mid-November 2026

Compensation: $900/day

Multiple positions available

Additional Information
SGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such we recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristics protected by law.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required.

This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts the company’s rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

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