Storage Tank Inspector (EEMUA 159 / API 653)
Full time permanent position
TÜV Rheinland is a leading provider of technical services worldwide. We provide a broad range of testing, inspection and certification services to ensure the safety, reliability and regulatory compliance of engineering assets throughout their lifecycle. If you contribute your experience to us in the future, you will experience a surprisingly broad spectrum of national and international challenges, all of which are associated with safety, efficiency, and sustainability.
Job Summary
As part of the TUV family, TUV Rheinland Industrial Services (TRIS) are looking to recruit Storage Tank Inspector(s) for the UK, and possible overseas deployment.
We are seeking experenced inspectors to join our growing Industrial team to provide Inspection and assessment of above ground flat bottomed storage tanks to industry recognised guideline EEUMA 159 and/or API 653.
We offer comprehensive training, flexible working, and a great pay and benefits package.
Job Description
- Development of inspection plans / schemes of examination for storage tank inspection to industry recognised guideline EEUMA 159 and/or API 653.
- Identifying plant preparation requirements for inspection.
- Examination of storage tanks as per inspection plan / schemes
- Undertake and/or oversee necessary Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) for inspections
- Coordination of third-party NDT providers for extensive requirements or specialist techniques.
- Assessment and grading of defects found from inspection and helping to determine remedial actions / recommendations
- Assistance in the specification and coordination of repairs.
- Carrying out fitness for service calculations and assessment as per the inspection standard e.g. EEMUA 159
- Preparation and issue of inspection reports and certificates including all necessary supporting documents e.g. photographs, NDT reports, assessment calculations etc.
- Liaison with client contacts re. inspection planning and execution
- Working strictly to recognised safe systems of work e.g. PTW, RAMS, CSE etc.
Education / Certificates
- Engineering technical qualification e.g. HNC, NVQ level 4, BTech, Degree.
- Certified EEMUA 159 Tank Assessor or Inspector. (API 653 may be considered)
- NDT certified for UT and surface flaw detection (PT, MT) preferred e.g. PCN, ASNT
Experience & Skills
- Mechanical Engineering background.
- Understanding of engineering principals.
- Excellent written and verbal communication.
- Eye for detail.
- Ability to accurately follow procedures.
- Courage to make (and defend) difficult decisions.
- Good interpersonal skills, and the capability to work independently.
- Ambition to learn and progress.
- Willingness to travel and work on client sites in UK and potentially overseas
- Understanding of fabrication processes and NDT is desirable.
- Experience of chemical and/or oil & gas industry is desirable.
Your future career prospects look good
If you contribute your experience to us in the future, you will experience a surprisingly broad spectrum of national and international challenges, all of which are associated with safety, efficiency, and sustainability.
What can we offer?
- Standard hours Monday to Friday 40 hours per week. Overtime available.
- Excellent Health and life insurance, Group Income Protection, Pension, 25 days holiday.
- Permanent full-time position, office, client site, and home based – hybrid working.
- Accredited training to internationally recognised engineering appointment.
- Company car on completion of training and appointment
- Career progression opportunities with structured development.
- Opportunities to work in many sectors of UK industry.