Quality Control Specialist – Directional Drilling Inspector

at  PPI Quality Engineering

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

• 5+ years of experience in third-party inspection services, specifically within the directional drilling sector.
• 5+ years of experience in the oil and gas industry
• Certification in Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) techniques (e.g., ASNT Level II or equivalent).
• Proficiency in inspecting and evaluating drilling tools, subsea equipment, and lifting & rigging operations.
• Technical understanding of operations within field of specialization (OCTG, Wellheads, Engineered Equipment, Drilling and Completion Tools, etc.)
• Strong understanding of industry standards (e.g., API, ISO, DS-1, etc.) and regulatory requirements.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to effectively convey technical information and collaborate across teams.
• Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.
  Status: Contract / Freelance
  Duration: Ad-ho

ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Roles and Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Conduct thorough inspections and audits of directional drilling activities to ensure adherence to specifications, standards, and regulatory requirements
• Implement quality control procedures and protocols to monitor drilling operations and equipment performance
• Identify non-conformities, deficiencies, or areas for improvement, and recommend corrective actions
• Validate technician certification(s) are current for the intended scope of activity
• Maintain accurate records of inspection findings, testing results, and compliance documentation.
• Prepare detailed inspection reports outlining observations, recommendations, and compliance status.
• Collaborate with engineering and operations teams to address quality issues and implement corrective actions promptly.
• Meet or exceed HSSE objectives of customer and Supplier, as well as PPI safety guidelines
• Communicate job progression and inspection results to coordinator and Customer as required