Lead Inspectors and Inspectors

SGS

London, England, United Kingdom contract

Posted: May 1, 2026

Quick Summary

Lead Inspectors and Inspectors are responsible for conducting inspections and audits to ensure compliance with quality and regulatory standards. They work closely with clients to identify areas for improvement and develop strategies for improvement. The successful candidate will need to have excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, as well as the ability to work well under pressure.

Job Description

SGS is the world’s leading inspection, verification, testing and certification company. SGS is recognized as the global benchmark for quality and integrity. With more than 93,000 employees, SGS operates a network of over 2,400 offices and laboratories around the world. Our Corporate Incubation Lab acts as a catalyst to stimulate innovation and develop a pipeline of successful new ventures within SGS. It provides SGS-built early-stage ventures with the support and guidance they need to develop into a new business.

Location: United Kingdom (Dronfield/Aberdeen)

Contract Duration: Long‑term contract (May 2026 - November 2027)

Engagement: Full‑time / Contract

Daily Coverage: Up to 10 hours per day (as per project scope)

Role Overview We are seeking experienced Lead Inspectors and Inspectors to support long‑duration manufacturing surveillance and inspection activities for subsea and offshore pipeline buoyancy module projects. The role involves resident and spot inspection coverage across qualification and production phases at UK‑based vendor and sub‑vendor facilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Resident and spot inspection throughout qualification and production stages
• Manufacturing surveillance in accordance with Purchase Orders, ITPs, drawings, and datasheets
• Visual and dimensional inspections
• Witnessing of tests (pressure testing, performance testing, FATs as applicable)
• Review of Material Test Certificates (MTCs), Certificates of Conformance (CoCs), and sub‑vendor documentation
• Identification, issuance, and close‑out of NCRs
• Packing, marking, and load‑out inspections
• Preparation and issuance of Inspection Reports, Punch Lists, and Inspection Release Notes (IRNs)

Required Experience & Qualifications

• 5-10+ years of relevant inspection experience
• Strong background in offshore / subsea / manufacturing environments
• Experience with polymer products, buoyancy modules, coatings, fasteners, or similar equipment preferred
• Certified or experienced in visual and dimensional inspection
• Proven experience reviewing MTCs, CoCs, and technical supplier documentation
• Strong understanding of quality plans, ITPs, and inspection procedures
• Ability to work independently in a resident inspection capacity

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