Middle East Area Operations Management Senior Vendor Inspector

RINA is currently recruiting for a Middle East Area Operations Management Senior Vendor Inspector to join its office in Abu Dhabi within the Energy Procurement Solutions Division.

Mission

A Senior Vendor Inspector not only performs advanced inspection tasks but also takes mentoring, and continuous improvement responsibilities.

Key Accountabilities

'1. Mentorship and Supervision:

• Provide mentorship to the junior Expediters, if applicable, ensuring that all team members are aligned with project goals and timelines.
• Oversee and coordinate inspection activities to ensure efficiency and consistency within the team.
• Technical Expertise:
• Possess advanced technical knowledge and expertise in the relevant industry, materials, and inspection methodologies.
• Stay updated on industry standards, regulations, and emerging technologies to enhance the inspection process.
• Operate for complex customer and critical large-scale projects
• Process Improvement:
• Identify opportunities for process improvement within the inspection workflow.
• Implement best practices to optimize efficiency, accuracy, and overall effectiveness of the inspection process.
• Training and Development:
• Train and mentor junior inspectors, sharing knowledge and providing guidance on complex inspections.
• Develop and conduct training programs to enhance the skills and competencies of the inspection team.
• Quality Management:
• Take a lead role in quality management processes, ensuring that inspection activities align with organizational quality objectives.
• Implement and monitor quality assurance measures to enhance the reliability of inspection outcomes.
• Advanced Document Review:
• Conduct in-depth reviews of complex technical and quality documents, providing critical insights and recommendations for improvement.
• Ensure that documentation complies with the highest standards and is suitable for regulatory requirements.
• Root Cause Analysis:
• Conduct thorough root cause analyses in cases of non-conformance or quality issues.
• Implement corrective and preventive actions to address identified root causes and prevent recurrence.
• Regulatory Compliance:
• Stay abreast of regulatory changes and ensure that inspection processes align with evolving industry standards and regulations.
• Collaborate with regulatory bodies to ensure compliance and obtain necessary certifications.
  
  

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Qualifications

• Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) – AWS or equivalent.
• Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) Certifications – Level II or III (ASNT, ISO 9712, PCN, or equivalent) in methods such as UT, RT, MT, PT.
• ISO 9001:2015 Lead Auditor Certification – for quality management system auditing.
• API Certifications (e.g., API 510, API 570, API 653) – for inspectors working in Oil & Gas.
• Coating Inspection (NACE or FROSIO Certification) – if coatings and corrosion protection are relevant.
• Pressure Equipment Directive (PED) or ASME Inspection Certification – for those involved in pressure vessel inspections.
  
  

Competencies

• ADDRESS THE WAY - Have a big picture of different situations and reinterpret it in a perspective way
• BUILD NETWORK - Forge trust relationships, across departments, and outside the organization
• CLIENT INTIMACY - Embrace internal and external client needs, expectations, and requirements to ensure maximum satisfaction
• EARN TRUST - Take everyone's opinion into account and remain open to diversity
• MAKE EFFECTIVE DECISIONS - Structure activities according to priorities, actions, resources and constraint
• MANAGE EMOTIONS - Recognise one's and other's emotions and express and regulate one's reactions
• PIONEER CHANGE - Actively embrace change and benefit from the new circumstances
• PROMOTE SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT - Promote commitment by keeping promises as a Role Model
• THINK FORWARD - Capitalise on experiences and translate them into action plans for the future
  
  

RINA is a multinational company providing a wide range of services in the energy, marine, certification, infrastructure & mobility, industry, research & development sectors. Our business model covers the full process of project development, from concept to completion.

At RINA, we endeavor to create a work environment where every single person is valued and encouraged to develop new ideas. We provide equal employment opportunities and are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels respected and safe from discrimination or harassment of any kind. We are also compliant to the Italian Law n. 68/99.