QC Painting & Insulation Inspector

About the Project

Technip Energies is delivering major engineering, procurement and construction activities on the Net Zero Teesside Power project, one of the UK's first gas-fired power stations with integrated carbon capture technology. The project represents a significant step in supporting the UK's decarbonisation ambitions and will require the highest standards of quality assurance and quality control throughout construction and commissioning.

Position Summary

Technip Energies is seeking an experienced QC Painting & Insulation Inspector to support construction activities on the Net Zero Teesside Power project. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring that all painting, coating, fireproofing and insulation works are executed in accordance with project specifications, approved procedures, international standards and client requirements.

The role will involve conducting inspections, witnessing testing activities, verifying contractor compliance and maintaining quality records to ensure that all protective coating and insulation systems are installed to the highest standards of safety, quality and durability.

Key Responsibilities

Quality Inspection & Surveillance

Perform day-to-day inspection and surveillance of painting, coating, insulation and passive fire protection works, Visual checks, Blast grade checks, DFT, WFT, Thickness checks

• Verify that surface preparation, coating application and insulation installation activities are performed in accordance with approved Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs), method statements and project specifications.

• Support the coordination of and conduct inspections at defined hold points and witness points, Review / Approval of Inspection Test Records.

• Ensure compliance with relevant project quality requirements and acceptance criteria.

• Monitor subcontractor performance relating to coating and insulation activities.

Painting & Coating Inspection

• Inspect abrasive blasting and surface preparation activities.

• Verify surface cleanliness, profile measurements and environmental conditions prior to coating application.

• Conduct wet film thickness (WFT) and dry film thickness (DFT) inspections.

• Perform visual inspections for coating defects including: 

• Pinholes

• Runs and sags

• Orange peel

• Cracking

• Blistering

• Delamination

• Witness coating adhesion and holiday testing activities where required.

• Review material certifications and verify approved coating systems are correctly applied.

Insulation & Fireproofing Inspection

• Inspect thermal, acoustic and cryogenic insulation installations.

• Verify insulation materials conform to approved specifications and material certifications.

• Inspect insulation cladding, weatherproofing systems and sealing arrangements.

• Review installation of passive fire protection systems and fireproofing materials where applicable.

• Confirm insulation systems are installed to minimise corrosion under insulation (CUI) risks.

Documentation & Reporting

• Maintain accurate inspection records and quality dossiers.

• Prepare inspection reports, punch lists and non-conformance reports (NCRs) as required.

• Participate in quality walkdowns and system handovers.

• Review contractor quality documentation and inspection records.

• Assist in compilation of turnover and completion dossiers.

Quality Assurance Support

• Support implementation of the project QA/QC programme.

• Participate in quality meetings and audits.

• Identify quality issues and propose corrective actions.

• Promote continuous improvement and best practice across the project.

• Ensure compliance with company HSE and quality management systems.

Required Qualifications

• HNC/HND or equivalent qualification in Engineering, Materials, Mechanical, Industrial or Construction disciplines.

• Recognised coating inspection certification such as: 

• NACE Coating Inspector Level 2 or above; or

• FROSIO Inspector Level III; or

• ICorr Level 2Coating Inspector.

• CSCS Card (or equivalent site access certification).

• Valid UK work authorisation.

Experience Required

• Extensive experience in QA/QC inspection within: 

• Power generation

• Oil & Gas

• Petrochemical

• Energy transition projects

• Major EPC construction projects

• Demonstrable experience inspecting: 

• Industrial protective coatings

• Thermal insulation systems

• Passive fire protection systems

• Structural steel coatings

• Piping insulation systems

• Experience working with multinational EPC contractors and subcontractors.

• Previous experience on large-scale industrial construction projects is highly desirable.

Technical Knowledge

Working knowledge of:

• ISO 12944

• SSPC / AMPP coating standards

• NACE inspection practices

• BS and EN coating standards

• Surface preparation standards (ISO 8501 series)

• Thermal insulation installation practices

• Corrosion Under Insulation (CUI) prevention

• Passive Fire Protection (PFP) systems

• Quality Management Systems (ISO 9001)

Proficiency with:

• Dry Film Thickness (DFT) gauges

• Surface profile measuring equipment

• Environmental monitoring instruments

• Holiday detectors

• Inspection reporting software and digital quality systems

Personal Attributes

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.

• Excellent observation and reporting skills.

• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced construction environment.

• Effective stakeholder management and communication skills.

• Strong problem-solving and decision-making capability.

• Safety-focused mindset with a commitment to project delivery excellence.

What Technip Energies Offers

• Opportunity to contribute to one of the UK's flagship carbon capture and decarbonisation projects.

• Collaborative and multicultural project environment.

• Professional development and career progression opportunities.

• Competitive salary and benefits package.

• Exposure to cutting-edge energy transition technologies.

Technip Energies is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where diversity of thought, experience and background drives innovation and project success.

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