Electrical and Instrumentation Inspector

About the job

Location: Abu Dhabi, UAE

Duration: Long assignment

Common Responsibilities

· Ensure compliance with specifications, project ITPs, and approved procedures.

· Verify work against approved IFC drawings and method statements.

· Witness hold, witness, and surveillance inspection points.

· Maintain inspection records and QA/QC documentation.

· Coordinate inspections with representatives, consultants, and EPC contractors.

· Raise and follow up NCRs, Site Observation Reports (SORs), and punch items.

· Ensure all inspection and testing equipment has valid calibration.

· Support Mechanical Completion (MC), Pre-Commissioning, and Final Handover.

· Promote compliance with HSE requirements during inspection activities

Key Responsibilities:

· Inspect electrical and instrumentation installations.

· Verify cable laying, terminations, tray installation, and earthing systems.

· Inspect panels, transformers, switchgear, MCCs, junction boxes, and lighting.

· Verify instrument installation and calibration activities.

· Witness insulation resistance, continuity, loop checks, and functional testing.

· Review calibration certificates and test reports.

· Ensure hazardous area compliance.

· Prepare reports, punch lists, and NCRs.

· Support commissioning inspections.

Required / Knowledge

· Minimum 8+ years of experience with Bachelors OR 10+ of experience with diploma

· Relevant E&I inspection competency and standards knowledge

· Compex or IECex certification preferred

Who are LRQA?

LRQA is a leading global assurance partner, combining deep industry expertise with innovative solutions to help organizations manage risk, improve performance, and drive sustainable growth.

Operating in over 50 countries with a team of 2,500+ professionals, we support more than 60,000 clients worldwide through assurance, certification, cybersecurity, inspection, and training services. Our purpose is simple: to help businesses build a safer, more secure, and more sustainable future.

What We Offer:

Join a global team where your expertise is valued and your development is supported. We offer a collaborative work environment, opportunities for professional growth, flexible working arrangements where applicable, a competitive salary aligned with the market, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Pre-Employment Checks

If you are successful in securing a role with us, we may carry out pre-employment checks, as permitted by local law, including verification of identity, right to work, employment history, education, and criminal records where applicable.

These checks are conducted by our trusted screening partner, Cfirst, in compliance with applicable data protection laws. Any personal data collected will be used solely for recruitment purposes, stored securely, and retained only as required.

For questions about the screening process, contact Onboarding@lrqa.com   , For queries regarding your personal data, contact dataprotection@lrqa.com