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Plant Inspector
Department
Operations – Maintenance (Asset Integrity)
Status
Permanent
Reports To
Asset Integrity Superintendent
Work coordinated by
Asset Integrity Superintendent
Position supervises
None
Closing Date
November 14, 2026
Reporting to the Asset Integrity Superintendent, the Plant Inspector executes and coordinates inspection and asset integrity activities to support the continued integrity and fitness-for-service on PPGPL’s plant, equipment and infrastructure. The position conducts and coordinates inspection activities, identifies and documents equipment integrity concerns, and supports the timely management of inspection findings in accordance with applicable Company requirements, regulatory requirements and industry standards. Through effective field inspection and coordination of internal and contracted inspection resources, the role contributes to safe, reliable and cost-effective plant operations. The incumbent will also provide support to PPGPL subsidiaries, affiliated companies and Business Development initiatives as required.
The Plant Inspector is responsible for the execution and coordination of inspection and asset integrity activities for static equipment, piping systems, pipelines, structural assets and associated plant infrastructure across PPGPL’s operating facilities. The position coordinates internal and contracted inspection resources and provides technical and quality oversight of inspection, welding, coating, insulation, fabrication maintenance and related asset preservation activities. The role is accountable for the timely execution and documentation of assigned inspection activities, the identification and reporting of equipment integrity concerns, and the accuracy and completeness of inspection and integrity records maintained within the Asset Management System. The position has no direct supervisory responsibility and contributes to the effective management of asset integrity risks in support of safe, reliable and efficient plant operations. The position has no direct financial authority but provides technical input into inspection-related scopes of work, contractor activities and associated expenditure within approved plans and budgets.
The Plant Inspector operates within the Asset Integrity function and supports the safe, reliable and compliant operation of PPGPL’s facilities through the execution and coordination of inspection and integrity activities for Static equipment, piping systems, pipelines, structural assets and associated infrastructure. The position supports statutory inspections, Risk-Based Inspection (RBI), quality assurance and quality control activities, and the identification, documentation and timely management of equipment anomalies and integrity concerns within the Asset Management System.
The role interfaces with Processing, Mechanical, Engineering and other relevant internal stakeholders, as well as inspection service providers, contractors and OEMs, to coordinate inspection activities and support effective management of asset integrity risks. The position applies established Company procedures, regulatory requirements and recognized industry codes and standards in executing assigned work and exercises technical judgement within the scope of the role, with higher-level or complex engineering matters referred to the Inspection Engineer and/or Asset Integrity Superintendent, as appropriate.
The position operates in a technically demanding process-plant environment where inspection requirements, equipment condition, operational priorities and emergent integrity concerns must be effectively coordinated to support plant safety, reliability and availability. The role incorporates conventional and remote inspection technologies and requires effective coordination of both internal and contracted inspection resources.
The position may be required to work outside normal working hours, including nights, weekends and public holidays, to support operational, maintenance and emergency requirements.
Every employee has a personal responsibility to exercise reasonable care for their own safety and health and that of others who may be affected by their acts or omissions. Employees are required to comply with the Company’s health, safety and environmental policies, procedures and safe work practices, and to actively support the maintenance of a positive safety culture. Further guidance is contained in PPGPL’s
- Coordinate and maintain vessel loading schedules based on approved cargo nominations,
product availability and terminal capacity, and vet nominated vessels against berth,
classification, seaworthiness, contractual requirements, insurance, and safety requirements
prior to berthing. - Monitor and ensure vessel compliance with PPGPL Dock and Harbour Regulations and the
requirements of loading facilities leased or utilized by PPGPL and support the review and
update of related procedures and manuals as required. - Obtain cargo loading and statutory clearance, and coordinate pre-loading alignment,
dockside instructions, laytime monitoring, and verification of ullage and inspection reports.
Prepare, review and validate required shipping and customs documentation to support
regulatory clearance and contractual delivery requirements.
Monitor and optimize laytime performance, prepare demurrage calculations, initiate
purchase requisitions in Oracle Enterprise Asset Management, review shipping-related
invoices, and support the preparation and monitoring of shipping operating budgets and
expenditure forecasts.
- Coordinate compliance with Customs & Excise, Immigration, Port Health, and Ministry of
Trade requirements including the renewal and maintenance of export/import licenses,
customs licenses, EUR (movement certificate)/C82 documentation required for shipping
operations. - Lead the technical evaluation of shipping-related contractors and service providers and
contribute to contractor selection, performance reviews and procurement processes in
accordance with Company procedures.
- Obtain LPG demand forecasts and coordinate delivery schedules to ensure the timely and
efficient distribution of products to domestic customers. - Schedule Road Tanker Wagon (RTW) loading activities, and domestic pipeline transfers to
ensure the safe, efficient and timely delivery of products to customers.
- Serve as the primary liaison between vessel agents, port authorities, customers, and internal
stakeholders to coordinate shipping activities, support the resolution of loading issues and
claims, and assist with updates to dock regulations in accordance with OCIMF and SIGTTO
standards. - Participate in operational committees in accordance with assigned Team Charters and
contribute to the achievement of departmental Key Performance Indicators (KPIs). - Provides job-related guidance and training to Shipping Assistants and Marine Terminal
Operators, as required, to support operational requirements.
Leads and/or participate in committees, cross-functional teams and special initiatives, as
required, in accordance with assigned responsibilities, work plans and/or team charters
Inspection Execution & Statutory Compliance
- Lead routine, annual, and statutory inspections of pressure vessels, piping systems, air receivers, pressure safety valves, tanks, cranes, hoists, davits, structural assets, and other plant equipment in accordance with approved plans, regulatory requirements, and industry standards.
- Conduct visual inspections, magnetic particle testing, penetrant testing, and other authorized non-destructive examinations, preparing reports that document equipment anomalies, findings, and recommended actions.
- Provide inspection data and equipment condition information to support the implementation and maintenance of the Risk-Based Inspection (RBI) programme.
Equipment Integrity & Pipeline Inspection
- Coordinate and execute inspection and repair activities for above-ground and underground piping and pipeline systems, including off-site assets such as the ALNG Skid, valve stations, and the 8-inch NGL Pipeline.
- Coordinate and support inline inspections, excavations, repairs, composite wrapping, fabric maintenance, and other integrity activities arising from inspection findings and reports for the 8-inch NGL Pipeline and other assigned pipeline assets.
Welding, Fabrication & Quality Assurance
- Provide field and technical oversight of welding, coating, blasting, insulation, refractory, fabrication maintenance, and related asset-preservation activities.
- Review material selection, Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS), Procedure Qualification Records (PQR), Welder Performance Qualifications (WPQ), and relevant tender documentation, with guidance from the Inspection Engineer and/or Asset Integrity Superintendent, as required.
- Conduct quality assurance and quality control reviews of inspection, welding, painting, and repair activities.
- Prepare or verify Material Take-Offs (MTOs) and associated quality documentation, as required.
Work Planning, Documentation & Systems
- Create, update, and close inspection-related work orders promptly, ensuring inspection findings, recommendations, supporting documentation, and completion records are accurately maintained in the Asset Management System.
- Support the development and review of inspection and repair procedures, Job Safety Risk Assessments (JSRAs), technical specifications, drawings, scopes of work, and related documentation.
- Coordinate the field execution of assigned inspection activities, including required site visits.
Digital Inspection & Data Management
- Apply approved remote inspection technologies and digital tools, including LiDAR and point-cloud data, where applicable, to support equipment condition assessments and improve inspection effectiveness.
- Identify and support improvements in the collection, quality, accessibility, and management of inspection data within approved asset integrity systems.
Materials, Contractors & Technical Support
- Specify materials required for assigned jobs.
- Conduct receipt inspections of incoming materials to verify compliance with approved specifications and project requirements.
- Collaborate with Warehouse personnel and relevant stakeholders to ensure appropriate material storage, traceability, and accountability.
- Support the Inspection Engineer and Asset Integrity Superintendent in reviewing inspection and repair documentation, evaluating contractor performance, and ensuring compliance with established company policies, procedures, regulatory requirements, and industry standards.
Collaboration & Organizational Support
– Participate in committees, cross-functional teams, and special initiatives in accordance with assigned responsibilities, work plans, and/or team charters.
Minimum Acceptable Academic Qualifications
- A National Engineering Technician Diploma in Mechanical Engineering, Metallurgy, or a related discipline; or an equivalent Technician Diploma from a recognized tertiary institution.
A minimum of three (3) valid professional certifications is required, comprising the following:
Mandatory Certifications:
- API 510 Pressure Vessel Inspector
- API 570 Piping Inspector
Additional Certifications:
At least one (1) certification from the following list:
- AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI)
- NACE / AMPP Coating Inspector Level II
- API 580/581 Risk-Based Inspection
- NACE / AMPP Coating Inspector Level I
- API 653 Aboveground Storage Tank Inspector
- API 936 Refractory Personnel Certification
Minimum Number of Years of Relevant Experience
- Eight (8) years of progressive inspection experience in the oil and gas processing and/or petrochemical industry, including at least five (5) years coordinating inspection, maintenance, and repair activities involving internal personnel and third-party contractors.
OR
Minimum Acceptable Academic Qualifications
- A minimum of five (5) CSEC/CXC O’ Level subjects at General Proficiency, including Mathematics, English Language, and at least one (1) Science-related subject.
A minimum of four (4) valid professional certifications is required, comprising two (2) mandatory certifications and at least two (2) certifications from the preferred list.
Mandatory Certifications:
- API 510 Pressure Vessel Inspector
- API 570 Piping Inspector
Preferred Certifications:
- AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI)
- NACE / AMPP Coating Inspector Level II
- API 580/581 Risk-Based Inspection
- NACE / AMPP Coating Inspector Level I
- API 653 Aboveground Storage Tank Inspector
- API 936 Refractory Personnel Certification
Minimum Number of Years of Relevant Experience
- Twelve (12) years of progressive inspection experience in the oil and gas processing and/or petrochemical industry, including at least eight (8) years coordinating inspection, maintenance, and repair activities involving internal personnel and third-party contractors.
- Sound knowledge of Process Safety Management (PSM), Process Hazard Analysis (PHA), Pre-Start-Up Safety Reviews (PSSR), and process plant equipment.
- Sound knowledge of non-destructive examination (NDE) techniques, failure analysis, root cause investigation methodologies, and asset integrity management principles.
- Working knowledge of applicable industry codes and standards governing the design, construction, inspection, repair, and alteration of pressure vessels, piping systems, storage tanks, and structural assets.
- Knowledge of welding inspection, fabrication activities, coating systems, corrosion management, and quality assurance and quality control (QA/QC) processes.
- Working knowledge of emissions management and environmental compliance programmes, including Leak Detection and Repair (LDAR).
- Proficiency in Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS), digital asset integrity management platforms, remote inspection technologies, and associated digital inspection tools.
- Strong technical report-writing, communication, stakeholder engagement, and multidisciplinary collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively with Operations, Maintenance, Engineering, technical specialists, and contractors.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified