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Storage Tank Inspector
Job Posted: 16 days ago
Salary: £ Competitive
Job Type: Permanent
Location: TS17, Thornaby-on-Tees, Stockton-on-Tees
Expire in: 12 days
Job Description
Storage Tank Inspector
Full Time Permanent Position
TÜV Rheinland Solutions is an established and specialist risk management consulting, inspection and training company, and is part of the TÜV Rheinland Group. We help clients to manage health, safety, security, environmental (HSSE) and business risk in sectors where the impact of loss is high.
Our people are high calibre and motivated professionals, with a clear focus on meeting clients’ expectations. Our principal office is in Warrington, with other UK Offices in Aberdeen, Bristol, Derby, Edinburgh, Falkirk, Glasgow, Great Yarmouth, London and Stockton. We also have international offices in key locations in Europe, Middle East, South East Asia and North America. Our activities are supported by a comprehensive network of TÜV Rheinland offices and local representatives in other regions around the world. We are privileged to have many of the world’s best companies as clients in many sectors, including oil, gas and chemical, nuclear and defence, transport and renewables. We have delivered over 13,000 projects to over 1,800 clients in over 80 countries.
Further information is available on the TUV Rheinland Solutions website.
Job Summary
We are currently 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, identifies plant preparation requirements, and performs visual examinations and related NDT in accordance with approved plans.
The role includes coordinating approved third‑party NDT providers, assessing and grading defects, carrying out fitness‑for‑service and remaining life calculations, and defining suitable remedial actions (repairs, monitoring, re‑rating or withdrawal from service). The Inspector assists in specifying and coordinating repairs (including review of WPS, PWHT and post‑repair NDT where applicable), prepares clear inspection reports, certificates and supporting documentation using defined templates and systems, and liaises closely with client representatives to plan and execute inspections. All activities are performed strictly under recognised safe systems of work (PTW, RAMS, confined space entry) and company HSE requirements, while maintaining personal competency and authorisations (EEMUA 159, NDT certifications, internal appointments).
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.
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
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 and flexible 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.
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