Job Description

The Steel & Paint Inspector is responsible for inspecting, monitoring, and verifying all hull steel construction and marine coating works during the construction of Boskalis vessels at Fujian South East Shipyard and at subcontractor facilities. The role ensures that all works comply with project specifications, vessel specific Flag State and Classification Society requirements (BV and ABS), IMO PSPC standards, OEM guidelines, and Boskalis internal quality procedures.

The inspector will initially work closely with experienced Boskalis personnel to gain full understanding of Boskalis quality expectations and inspection practices.

Responsibilities

1. Inspect and review steel construction.
2. Verify coating & painting.
3. Comply with vessel specific flag and class responsibilities.
4. Compliance with IMO PSPC responsibilities.
5. Follow Boskalis procedures & quality standards.
6. Coordination & communication with the parties involved.

Requirements

1. Minimum 5 years’ experience in steel construction and/or marine coating inspection for newbuild vessels (offshore vessels, workboats, tugs, dredgers, or similar).
2. Strong understanding of welding standards, NDT, coating systems, and yard construction workflows.
3. Proficiency in English and Chinese (Mandarin) — spoken and written.
4. Strong ability to interpret construction drawings, structural details, coating specifications, and survey procedures.
5. Knowledge of Class requirements for hull construction and coating systems.
6. Strong attention to detail, documentation accuracy, and follow up discipline.
7. Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and collaboration tools such as SharePoint.
8. Able to work independently and as part of an international team.

Advantages

1. Experience with Chinese shipyards is preferred.
2. Class surveyor experience is an advantage.
3. Professional certifications (e.g. NACE/ICorr, welding inspector) are an advantage.

Working Conditions

1. Based primarily at Fujian South East Shipyard, Fuzhou.
2. Occasional travel to subcontractor workshops for inspections.
3. Long term position supporting multiple Boskalis newbuild projects in China.

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