API 510/API 570 Inspector

API 510/API 570 Inspector

Location: West Africa (On-site)

Full-Time - Mid-level.

Posted: 3 November, 2026 | Closing date: 13 November, 2026

About the job

Key Responsibilities

• Inspect in-service pressure vessels under API 510 and piping systems under API 570.
• Perform NDT examinations.
• Review drawings, equipment records, inspection plans, procedures, and previous reports before fieldwork.
• Identify and document corrosion, erosion, cracking, leaks, mechanical damage, and other relevant deterioration.
• Record and verify inspection measurements; maintain complete, traceable inspection and NDT records.
• Report defects and recommend further examination, monitoring, repair, or engineering assessment as appropriate.
• Coordinate inspection access and activities with operations, maintenance, engineering, and contractors.
• Verify that inspection equipment is fit for purpose and calibrated.
• Follow site HSE procedures, permit-to-work requirements, risk assessments, and applicable local regulations.

Required Qualifications

• Valid API 510 Pressure Vessel Inspector certification.
• Valid API 570 Piping Inspector certification.
• Valid PCN certification in the NDT method(s) required for the project, such as UT, RT, MT, PT, or VT.
• Valid IRATA Level 2 certification relevant to the assigned scope.
• Relevant experience in oil and gas, petrochemical, power, or other industrial facilities.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings, procedures, inspection data, and applicable codes.
• Strong reporting and communication skills.
• Medical fitness and ability to meet site-access requirements.

Certification scope: Candidates must hold valid certificates for the specific methods, levels, and tasks required. RA Level 2 duties must be limited to the scope defined by the applicable certification scheme and client authorization.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with corrosion monitoring, thickness surveys, shutdowns, and turnaround inspections.
• Familiarity with API 571 damage mechanisms and API 579-1/ASME FFS-1 concepts.
• Experience with digital inspection reporting or integrity-management systems.
• French and English proficiency; Wolof or other local-language skills are an advantage.
• Previous experience in the West Africa region.

Application Requirements

Applicants should provide an updated CV together with copies of their current API 510, API 570, PCN, and RA Level 2 certificates, along with relevant experience, availability, and mobilization details.

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