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Overview:

Duration:

Mid-August 2026 through June 2027

Schedule:

Approximately 12 hours per day, 5-6 days per week

Staffing:

Two to three inspectors per shift

Rate:

Approximately USD $50 per hour, all-inclusive Scope of Work Inspectors will oversee the manufacture, inspection, testing, and release of approximately 150 kilometers of offshore seamless line pipe manufactured to DNV-ST-F101 and project specifications.

Key activities include:

Steelmaking and billet inspection Pipe manufacturing and heat treatment Ultrasonic and radiographic testing Dimensional inspection and product release Material traceability and documentation review Port loadout surveillance Daily and weekly reporting Identification and escalation of quality concerns A Lead Inspector may also coordinate shift coverage, review data and reports, monitor quality trends, and provide technical guidance to the inspection team.

Responsabilities:

Qualifications 5+ years of relevant line pipe, fixed equipment, steel manufacturing, or source inspection experience Strong knowledge of

DNV-ST-F101

Experience with seamless line pipe manufacturing and inspection Ability to review ITPs, specifications, test results, and quality records Strong reporting and communication skills Ability to work extended shifts and remain in Japan for the assignment duration Experience with offshore, fatigue-sensitive, or strain-based design line pipe is preferred.

Qualifications:

At PPI Quality & Engineering, you'll join a dynamic, growing organization that values collaboration, expertise, and flexibility. As an independent contractor, you'll have the opportunity to work on meaningful projects across diverse clients, gain exposure to industry-leading practices, and engage with a supportive network of professionals. We provide clear communication, timely compensation, and a safe, compliant work environment, all while empowering you to manage your schedule and grow your skills in a fast-paced, innovative setting. Apply for this vacancy Apply now Share this vacancy for our people People have always been at the heart of the SHV story. Read more for our planet Sustainability plays a key role in our purpose. Read more for our performance. Financial performance without purpose is not meaningful, and purpose without performance is not sustainable. Read more About SHV Courage to care for generations to come for our people for our planet for our performance Company history Financial information Corporate Social Responsibility Online annual report Data & Analytics Tax statement Ethics & Compliance Companies SHV Head Office SHV Energy Makro Mammoet Nutreco Kiwa NPM ONE-Dyas Other News Being part of SHV Our stories Diversity & Inclusion Job opportunities Contact +31 30 2338833 info@shv.nl Route Privacy statement Cookie policy Copyright 2026 SHV