Onshore Lifting Equipment Inspection Technician

Why join us?

SNC-Lavalin provides cutting-edge engineering, procurement, construction and financing solutions to projects in more than 100 countries around the world. From the Canadian Arctic to the Southern African region and Australasia, our multicultural workforce is driven by a fierce pride in their work and a pioneering vision.

SNC-Lavalin is truly a global leader in its field and has been chosen to design and build some of the most prestigious projects in the world.

SNC-Lavalin is one of the leading engineering and construction groups in the world and a major player in the ownership of infrastructure. From its offices in over 40 countries, SNC-Lavalin provides EPC and EPCM services to clients in a variety of industry sectors, including mining & metallurgy, oil & gas, environment & water, infrastructure, and clean power. In many cases, SNC-Lavalin combines these services with its financing and operations & maintenance capability to provide a complete end-to-end project approach.

SNC-Lavalin maintains exceptionally high standards for health and safety, ethics and compliance and environmental protection, and is committed to delivering quality projects on budget and on schedule to the complete satisfaction of its clients.

SNC-Lavalin Industrial Atlantic Inc. is an ISO 9001 Company and a leading provider of Inspection and

Quality services to the offshore oil and gas industry and natural resource sectors.  Operating from its head office Mount Pearl, NL, Canada, SNC-Lavalin has successfully executed onshore and offshore projects around the world including, southeast Asia, West Africa, western Canada's oil sands, south America, UK, Europe, and Middle East. SNC Lavalin maintains exceptionally high standards for health and safety, ethics and compliance and environmental protection, and is committed to delivering quality projects on budget and on schedule to the complete satisfaction of its clients.

Due to ever expanding operational requirements, we have an immediate opening two Onshore Lifting Technicians, working at our Mount Pearl, Newfoundland, and Labrador office, reporting to the Technical Services Manager. The Lifting Technician(s) will report directly to the Technical Services Manager. The role will act as a key contributor to support lifting and hoisting relating inspections for all fixed hoists and cranes (monorail cranes, gantry cranes, etc.), loose lifting gear (chain falls, slings, hoists, trolleys, etc.), fixed lifting points (monorails, pad eyes etc.), fall protection and abseiling equipment, lifting hooks and blocks, wire ropes and

How will you contribute to the team?

To perform this role successfully, the candidate will be responsible for but not limited to the following:

• Ensure the health, safety, and welfare of all personnel by using systems and methods of work that are, as far as is reasonably practicable, safe and without risk to health or the environment.
• Ensure inspections are carried out in accordance with the requirements of CAPP Atlantic Canada, Safe Lifting Practice, ASME, DNV and Lloyds Register standards, and all Owner specific requirements.
• Plan, develop and execute inspection activities for fixed equipment and loose equipment.
• Support development and ongoing inputs to compliance matrixes showing regulatory requirements and development of associated work methods to meet regulatory and client changes.
• Develop reports detailing the findings of inspection activities, interpret the inspection findings and make recommendations for remedial work and for future inspection scheduling.
• Establish techniques for NDT and CWB proper examination of lifting equipment, ensuring strict adherence to safety regulations.
• Set up, calibrate, and operate magnetic particle and liquid penetrant equipment
• Carry out high quality, consistent and professional inspections produce and deliver inspection reports using best in class tools for on-site reporting and immediate client access.
• Keep up to date with changes in relevant standards and legislation, acting as an advisor to on-site client representatives.
• Verify that all equipment is maintained to an acceptable standard and is certified fit for purpose.
• Fully utilize all operational and technical systems available ensuring accurate data is inputted and reflected.
• Implement inspection and certification programs for lifting equipment,
• Remain current with all applicable legislative requirements.

What will you contribute?

• Candidates must have 5 – 7 years practical experience (continuous learning) in lifting inspection, testing and re-certification of cranes, fixed gear, and loose lifting equipment.
• Completion of either a 2 or 3 year Industrial or Mechanical Diploma.
• LEEA, CGSB MT and PT, with CWB Level 1 or 2 Certification are essential.
• Certifications and experience in inspection of offshore containers will be considered as an asset.
• Familiarity with CSA B167 inspection criteria would be considered an asset.
• Overhead and Mobile crane inspection certification.
• Fall protection inspection certification.
• Extensive knowledge of relevant regulatory codes and standard.
• Proficient in reading and interpreting P&ID’s, isometric and structural drawings.
• Proficient in the use all Microsoft software applications and SAP database experience.

Additional Information:

• Must successfully complete a medical assessment, fitness for work.
• The ability and willingness to continue with higher level professional training and development is an integral focus area. IRATA Rope Access certification would be an asset.
• Pay rates are determined according to the regulations set by the collective agreements in place.
• Terms of employment: Permanent position.
• Work Schedule, 40-hour work week.
• Travel 30-50% anticipated.

Note this is a union role.

What we offer at SNC-Lavalin:

At SNC-Lavalin, you will enjoy competitive compensation, a safe and healthy work environment, and a full range of benefits (ie.: group insurance, retirement savings plan, share purchase plan, continuing education program, etc.).

You think that a career in our team could match your profile, submit your application online now!

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