
Intertek
Aramco-Approved Vendor Inspector (VID)- Relocation to France
Abu Dhabi, UAEPosted 12 months ago
- Salary
- AED 22k–45k a month· est.
- Job type
- Full time
- Level
- Senior
- Field
- Energy & Sustainability
- Work mode
- On site
- Visa
- Employer sponsors
About the role
About the job : Intertek is a global leader in Testing, Inspection and Certification, trusted worldwide to ensure quality, safety and compliance. Through our new Relocation Program, we are seeking experienced Aramco Inspectors with strong expertise in vendor inspections across mechanical and electrical disciplines. This program is designed to offer a long-term career path in our office in France, supported by relocation assistance (visa and work permit sponsorship in single status), and the opportunity to contribute to high-profile projects under Aramco standards. Candidate must be willing to relocate to our office in Lyon, France. Role Overview : We are looking for Aramco-Approved Vendor Inspectors who will perform vendor inspections of equipment, components and fabrication processes at supplier facilities. The role ensures that all activities comply with Aramco specifications, international codes, and client requirements. This is a unique opportunity for inspectors committed to quality and safety who want to build a lasting career in Europe with Intertek. Benefits What We Offer : - Permanent employment contract with Intertek France. - Full visa and work permit sponsorship (in single status). - Relocation assistance - Career growth opportunities within a global leader in TIC. - The chance to work on major vendor inspection projects under Aramco standards in Europe
Requirements
- Minimum Requirements :
- Bachelor’s/Diploma degree in Mechanical / Metallurgical / Welding / Materials / Electricals / Instrumentation engineering discipline (or equivalent)
- Minimum 5-10+ years in vendor inspections in oil & gas / petrochemical / power / heavy fabrication environment; prior exposure to Saudi Aramco projects is strongly preferred
- Must hold an Aramco “approved vendor inspector / VID” status with valid QM codes
- Having Aramco Approvals QM26 (mandatory), QM30 (mandatory), QM27, QM31.
- Certifications :
- Pass Aramco CBT (Competency Based Test) - NDT certification (Level II / III) in relevant methods (PT, MT, UT, RT) - Welding Inspector Certification (e.g. CSWIP / AWS / equivalent) - API/ASME / code qualifications depending on department (e.g. API 650, API 620, ASME Section V / IX)
- Technical Knowledge :
- Strong knowledge of welding, metallurgy, heat treatment, materials testing, codes & standards (ASME, API, AWS, ASTM), inspection methods, non-destructive testing techniques, fabrication processes, etc.
Responsibilities
Perform vendor inspections of equipment, components and fabrication processes at supplier facilities. Ensure all activities comply with Aramco specifications, international codes, and client requirements. Contribute to high-profile projects under Aramco standards. Relocation to France and work under Intertek standards with visa and permit sponsorship.
Skills
- Vendor inspections
- NDT certification (Level II / III) in PT, MT, UT, RT
- Welding inspection (CSWIP / AWS / equivalent)
- API/ASME / code qualifications (e.g. API 650, API 620, ASME Section V / IX)
- Metallurgy
- Heat treatment
- Materials testing
- ASME, API, AWS, ASTM codes and standards
- Non-destructive testing techniques
- Fabrication processes
- Aramco vendor inspector approvals (QM26, QM30, QM27, QM31)
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