Job Description

Remarkable people, trusted by clients to design and advance the world.

Wood is currently searching for an experienced Underwater Inspection Controller to work offshore and onshore on contract, supporting a variety of projects. Field Engineering & Inspection Solutions is a business area which is very dynamic, and we require a an Inspector to support our versatile market. We currently expect the contract to last 24 months.

The Underwater Inspection Controller role is best suited to independent contractors, who are open to a contract for one year or more. The ideal candidate will have experience in the offshore oil & gas industry, have previous experience in subsea inspections and is interested in working from a vessel or at the remote operations center in Houston for multiple weeks.

Currently, we are considering qualified candidates, or those who are authorized to work lawfully in the US, without sponsorship from Wood.

Designing the future. Transforming the world.

What we can offer

• Meaningful and interesting projects delivered to leaders of industry across oil & gas and process industry projects
• Flexible working arrangements that balance client, team and individual needs. This opportunity is Hybrid in Houston, TX.
• Global connections with leading industry experts around the world who are shaping the standards of our profession
• Visually inspect various topside and subsea oil and gas industry components both on and offshore, under the direct supervision of an Inspection Operations Lead or Project Manager
• Carry out offshore inspection campaigns for three or more weeks at a time.
• Generate inspection procedures and reports congruent with client requests and applicable codes and standards.
• Learn and utilize NEXUS IC or equivalent software and hardware, computer-based data management system including hardware, software and troubleshooting.
• Be able to conduct a clear and concise, live video commentary during inspection campaigns
• Assist with the mobilization and demobilization of inspection equipment.
• Assist in preparing work packs and database generation for offshore inspection campaigns and complete the review of video and reports post campaign.
• Minimum of five years’ experience conducting inspection campaigns of either subsea components or onshore equipment
• Minimum of three years hands on experience with subsea oil and gas components and their basic operations CSWIP 3.3U / 3.4U underwater inspection qualification is preferred.
• Must have knowledge and experience with traditional NDE methodologies (UT, MT, etc.) Strong knowledge of PC hardware / software networking is preferred.
• Excellent communication skills (written and spoken) in English; additional languages an asset.
• Willing and available to work offshore for 3 or more weeks at a time to complete inspection campaigns.
• Must have (or be able to obtain within 14 days) offshore Health, Safety Security, Environmental and Assurance (HSSEA) requirements, such as: Offshore physical, BOSIET / HUET, TWIC, etc.
• Physically capable of lifting 50lbs or more to assist in the mobilization and demobilization of campaigns Must pass a background check and DOT drug screening.

Wood is a global leader in consulting, engineering and operations for the energy and materials sectors. With 33,000 people in around 50 countries, Wood supports clients across the full asset lifecycle, delivering safe, predictable outcomes while enabling resilient operations and a lower carbon future. Wood forms the Energy & Materials pillar of Sidara - a global partnership uniting leading multidisciplinary engineering, design, and project management companies. www.woodgroup.com

Diversity Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to the following (which is a non-exhaustive list): race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.