Job Description

Posting Date:

7 Aug 2025

City:

Abu Dhabi

Location:

Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi, AE

Contract Type:

Fixed-Term

Division:

Energy Procurement Solutions

Level of experience:

Senior
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.

2. 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

3. 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.

4. 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.

5. 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.

6. 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.

7. 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.

8. 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.
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