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CR/083188 Posted: 23/07/2026

• Competitive
• Azerbaijan, Baku
• Contract
  
  

POSITION DESCRIPTIONPosition Title:

Topside Quality Inspector - Mechanical Inspector

KEY ROLE

The SDC Topside Mechanical Inspector is responsible for executing Quality Control and surveillance activities associated with the fabrication, assembly, installation, storage, preservation, testing, mechanical completion, and commissioning readiness of mechanical systems and equipment. The role provides assurance that all mechanical equipment, materials, and associated preservation activities are managed in accordance with project specifications, vendor requirements, approved Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs), and Quality Management System requirements to maintain asset integrity throughout fabrication, storage, installation, and handover phases. The inspector also supports implementation of the Project Quality Management System and Right First Time (R1T) initiatives.

KEY ACCCOUNTABILITIES:

Quality Assurance & Quality Control

• Execute the Project Quality Plan within construction and commissioning activities.
• Implement bp Engineering and Quality Management requirements.
• Support and facilitate the Right First Time (R1T) programme.
• Conduct planned surveillance and inspection activities in accordance with approved Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs).
• Verify contractor compliance with project specifications, procedures, standards, and quality requirements.
• Participate in quality audits, assessments, and contractor performance reviews as required.
• Contribute to quality observations, lessons learned, and continuous improvement initiatives.
  
  

Mechanical Equipment Inspection

Perform Surveillance And Inspection Of:

• Static equipment (pressure vessels, drums, separators, filters, heat exchangers).
• Rotating equipment (compressors, pumps, turbines, generators, gearboxes).
• Package equipment and skids.
• Valves and valve assemblies.
• Mechanical handling equipment and associated supports.
• Piping systems, supports, and mechanical interfaces.
• Verify equipment installation complies with approved drawings, specifications, and vendor requirements.
• Monitor preservation and storage requirements for mechanical equipment.
• Verify equipment alignment, leveling, and installation tolerances.
  
  

Storage & Preservation

• Verify mechanical equipment and materials are stored, handled, and preserved in accordance with approved preservation procedures, project requirements, and manufacturer recommendations.
• Conduct periodic inspections of warehouses, laydown areas, storage facilities, and fabrication locations to assess equipment condition and preservation effectiveness.
• Monitor preservation activities for static and rotating equipment, including shaft rotation, humidity control, desiccant replacement, protective coatings, and temporary preservation systems.
• Verify equipment protective covers, end caps, flange protectors, packaging, and environmental controls remain in place and effective throughout the storage period.
• Ensure preservation records, inspection logs, and maintenance registers are maintained accurately and are available for audit and handover purposes.
• Participate in receipt inspections and verify equipment condition, certification, traceability, transportation damage status, and preservation requirements upon delivery.
• Identify equipment deterioration, corrosion, contamination, moisture ingress, or preservation deficiencies and ensure timely corrective actions are implemented.
• Verify preservation status is maintained during installation, mechanical completion, and commissioning until final handover to Operations.
  
  

Testing & Commissioning Readiness

Witness And Verify:

• Pressure testing and leak testing activities.
• Functional and performance testing.
• Mechanical completion inspections.
• Punch list generation and close-out verification.
  
  

Pre-commissioning and commissioning activities.

• Confirm completion and accuracy of inspection records and test documentation prior to system handover.
  
  

Materials & Traceability

• Verify certification, material traceability, and identification of mechanical equipment and components.
• Ensure preservation requirements are maintained throughout fabrication, storage, and installation phases.
• Participate in receipt inspections and material verification activities.
  
  

Non-Conformance Management

• Identify quality deficiencies and non-conformances.
• Support NCR investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective action implementation.
• Monitor closure of NCRs and quality actions within agreed timelines.
• Review contractor deviation and concession requests related to mechanical systems.
  
  

Contractor Oversight

• Monitor contractor and subcontractor quality activities.
• Verify competency and qualification of inspection personnel performing mechanical inspections.
• Review contractor reports and quality records for completeness and accuracy.
• Identify areas requiring increased surveillance or quality intervention.
  
  

Documentation & Reporting

• Complete daily quality surveillance reports.
• Maintain inspection records and quality documentation.
• Support quality KPI reporting and trending activities.
• Provide input to handover dossiers and final project documentation.
  
  

ESSENTIAL EDUCATION

Minimum: Bachelor's Degree or Higher Diploma in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent technical discipline.

TECHNICAL QUALIFICATIONS:

• Understanding of equipment preservation and storage requirements for static and rotating equipment during construction and commissioning phases.
• Knowledge of materials management, warehouse inspections, equipment receipt inspections, certification, and traceability requirements.
• Familiarity with vendor preservation specifications and asset integrity requirements for long-lead and critical equipment.
• Awareness of corrosion prevention, environmental protection measures, humidity control, and preservation auditing techniques.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications Include One Or More Of The Following:

• CSWIP Mechanical Inspector.
• API 510 Pressure Vessel Inspector.
• API 570 Piping Inspector.
• API 653 Tank Inspector (desirable).
• Mechanical Completion / Commissioning certification.
• Vendor-specific equipment training for major package equipment where applicable.
• ASME Code knowledge (Sections VIII, B31.3, B31.8 as applicable).
• ISO 9001 Internal Auditor or Lead Auditor certification. (desirable).
• CSWIP 3.2, PCN Level 2 or AWS QC1-Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) (desirable).
• Radiographic Interpreter — CSWIP/PCN Level 2 (desirable).
• CSWIP/ NACE level II - Painting Inspector - Grade 2/3 (desirable).
  
  

SECTION 6: ESSENTIAL SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Familiar with health, safety, environmental, commercial and quality issues.
• Capable of identifying problem areas early and proactively resolving issues.
• Minimum 8 years of Quality Control / Inspection experience in the Oil & Gas industry.
• Minimum 5 years in offshore topsides, LNG, petrochemical, or major capital project construction.
• Demonstrated experience with:
• Static and rotating equipment installation.
• Mechanical completion and turnover processes.
• Pressure testing and leak testing.
• Piping systems and valve management.
• Vendor package equipment.
• Preservation and storage requirements.
• Strong understanding of:
• ASME, API, ISO, and project specifications.
• Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs).
• Mechanical completion systems and turnover processes.
• Risk-based quality surveillance.
• Demonstrated experience in inspection of equipment storage, preservation, and materials management activities within major Oil & Gas projects.
• Experience monitoring long-term storage and preservation programs for rotating equipment, pressure vessels, heat exchangers, valves, and packaged equipment.
• Ability to assess preservation effectiveness and identify risks associated with equipment degradation, corrosion, contamination, or improper storage practices.
• Working knowledge of preservation documentation, preservation registers, warehouse management systems, and equipment handover requirements.
• Experience conducting preservation audits, condition assessments, and surveillance of contractor preservation activities.
• Familiarity with NCR, deviation, concession, and corrective action processes.
• Computer literate (MS Office applications).
• Strong communication and reporting skills.
• Capable of working independently in fabrication yards and construction sites.
  
  

SECTION 7: DESIRABLE CRITERIA:

• The Mechanical Inspector shall:
• Demonstrate visible commitment to safety and quality.
• Promote Quality Culture and Right First-Time (R1T) behaviours.
• Support Build It Right, Build It Tight, and Build It Clean principles.
• Challenge non-compliant practices and raise concerns promptly.
• Foster collaboration between contractors, vendors, commissioning teams, and project stakeholders.
• Maintain professional integrity and technical excellence.
• Contribute to continuous improvement and organizational learning activities.
  
  

Employee Name: Date:

People are our business worldwide

Orion Group was founded in 1987 and is now one of the largest, independent, international recruitment companies. We have a network of 200 employees working from 24 offices, delivering a range of services – Talent Acquisition, Recruitment Outsourcing Services, Retained Search, Global Workforce Solutions, Completions & Commissioning and Materials Management – across 68 countries. As a global leader in workforce solutions, we recruit personnel across the Engineering & Technical, Office & Commercial, Scientific and Skilled Trades disciplines, for sectors including Oil & Gas, Life Science, Power & Utilities, Constructions & Infrastructure, Manufacturing and Renewables.

Hidayat Rahimov Project Controls Manager

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Topside Quality Inspector_Mechanical Inspector

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CR/083188 Posted: 23/07/2026

• Competitive
• Azerbaijan, Baku
• Contract
  
  

KEY ACCCOUNTABILITIES:

Quality Assurance & Quality Control

• Execute the Project Quality Plan within construction and commissioning activities.
• Implement bp Engineering and Quality Management requirements.
• Support and facilitate the Right First Time (R1T) programme.
• Conduct planned surveillance and inspection activities in accordance with approved Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs).
• Verify contractor compliance with project specifications, procedures, standards, and quality requirements.
• Participate in quality audits, assessments, and contractor performance reviews as required.
• Contribute to quality observations, lessons learned, and continuous improvement initiatives.
  
  

Mechanical Equipment Inspection

Perform Surveillance And Inspection Of:

• Static equipment (pressure vessels, drums, separators, filters, heat exchangers).
• Rotating equipment (compressors, pumps, turbines, generators, gearboxes).
• Package equipment and skids.
• Valves and valve assemblies.
• Mechanical handling equipment and associated supports.
• Piping systems, supports, and mechanical interfaces.
• Verify equipment installation complies with approved drawings, specifications, and vendor requirements.
• Monitor preservation and storage requirements for mechanical equipment.
• Verify equipment alignment, leveling, and installation tolerances.
  
  

Storage & Preservation

• Verify mechanical equipment and materials are stored, handled, and preserved in accordance with approved preservation procedures, project requirements, and manufacturer recommendations.
• Conduct periodic inspections of warehouses, laydown areas, storage facilities, and fabrication locations to assess equipment condition and preservation effectiveness.
• Monitor preservation activities for static and rotating equipment, including shaft rotation, humidity control, desiccant replacement, protective coatings, and temporary preservation systems.
• Verify equipment protective covers, end caps, flange protectors, packaging, and environmental controls remain in place and effective throughout the storage period.
• Ensure preservation records, inspection logs, and maintenance registers are maintained accurately and are available for audit and handover purposes.
• Participate in receipt inspections and verify equipment condition, certification, traceability, transportation damage status, and preservation requirements upon delivery.
• Identify equipment deterioration, corrosion, contamination, moisture ingress, or preservation deficiencies and ensure timely corrective actions are implemented.
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• Pressure testing and leak testing activities.
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• Mechanical completion inspections.
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• Confirm completion and accuracy of inspection records and test documentation prior to system handover.
  
  

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• Ensure preservation requirements are maintained throughout fabrication, storage, and installation phases.
• Participate in receipt inspections and material verification activities.
  
  

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• Support NCR investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective action implementation.
• Monitor closure of NCRs and quality actions within agreed timelines.
• Review contractor deviation and concession requests related to mechanical systems.
  
  

Contractor Oversight

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• Verify competency and qualification of inspection personnel performing mechanical inspections.
• Review contractor reports and quality records for completeness and accuracy.
• Identify areas requiring increased surveillance or quality intervention.
  
  

Documentation & Reporting

• Complete daily quality surveillance reports.
• Maintain inspection records and quality documentation.
• Support quality KPI reporting and trending activities.
• Provide input to handover dossiers and final project documentation.
  
  

ESSENTIAL EDUCATION

Minimum: Bachelor's Degree or Higher Diploma in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent technical discipline.

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• Mechanical Completion / Commissioning certification.
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• Capable of identifying problem areas early and proactively resolving issues.
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• Demonstrated experience with:
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• Mechanical completion and turnover processes.
• Pressure testing and leak testing.
• Piping systems and valve management.
• Vendor package equipment.
• Preservation and storage requirements.
• Strong understanding of:
• ASME, API, ISO, and project specifications.
• Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs).
• Mechanical completion systems and turnover processes.
• Risk-based quality surveillance.
• Demonstrated experience in inspection of equipment storage, preservation, and materials management activities within major Oil & Gas projects.
• Experience monitoring long-term storage and preservation programs for rotating equipment, pressure vessels, heat exchangers, valves, and packaged equipment.
• Ability to assess preservation effectiveness and identify risks associated with equipment degradation, corrosion, contamination, or improper storage practices.
• Working knowledge of preservation documentation, preservation registers, warehouse management systems, and equipment handover requirements.
• Experience conducting preservation audits, condition assessments, and surveillance of contractor preservation activities.
• Familiarity with NCR, deviation, concession, and corrective action processes.
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• Strong communication and reporting skills.
• Capable of working independently in fabrication yards and construction sites.
  
  

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• Demonstrate visible commitment to safety and quality.
• Promote Quality Culture and Right First-Time (R1T) behaviours.
• Support Build It Right, Build It Tight, and Build It Clean principles.
• Challenge non-compliant practices and raise concerns promptly.
• Foster collaboration between contractors, vendors, commissioning teams, and project stakeholders.
• Maintain professional integrity and technical excellence.
• Contribute to continuous improvement and organizational learning activities.
  
  

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