Job Description
SGS is currently looking for Pipeline Inspectors (General, Welding & Coating) in multiple locations in Northern Ontario. Work will be assigned on a as needed basis and will be paid for the hours/days and other applicable cost items for the hours/days spent on the assigned work. The work duration could be a day or several days or several weeks.
Pipeline Inspectors (General, Welding & Coating)
Northern Ontario | 6–8 Positions Available
Early July 2026 Start | Project Through Mid-November 2026
$900/Day
SGS is currently seeking 6–8 experienced Pipeline Inspectors to support a large integrity dig program in Northern Ontario.
We are actively recruiting:
- General Inspectors
- Welding Inspectors
- Coating Inspectors
Candidates with welding or coating inspection experience are highly preferred; however, experienced pipeline inspectors with strong construction inspection backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
Responsibilities
Depending on assignment, responsibilities may include:
- Monitor contractor activities to ensure compliance with project specifications, drawings, procedures, codes, standards, and regulations.
- Participate in daily safety meetings, tailboards, and field-level hazard assessments (FLHAs).
- Exercise Stop Work Authority when unsafe acts or conditions are identified.
- Verify contractor compliance with site-specific safety plans and quality requirements.
- Oversee integrity dig activities including excavation, trenching, backfilling, restoration, welding, coating, and related construction activities.
- Review and verify Inspection Test Plans (ITPs) and quality documentation.
- Identify and report construction, safety, and quality non-conformances.
- Complete daily inspection reports and maintain accurate project documentation.
- Work collaboratively with contractors, project teams, and stakeholders to support successful project execution.
- Participate in incident investigations, quality walkdowns, lessons learned sessions, and project closeout activities.
Qualifications
General Inspector Qualifications
Required
- 3+ years of General Inspection experience
- API 1169 Certification
- API 1184 Certification
- Strong knowledge of pipeline construction processes and procedures
- Oil & gas pipeline and/or industrial facilities experience
- High school diploma or equivalent
Preferred
- 8–10 years of oil & gas pipeline and industrial facilities experience
- Red Seal Trade Certification
Coating Inspector Qualifications
Required
- 2+ years of Coating Inspection experience
- API 1169 Certification
- API 1184 Certification
- AMPP/NACE CIP Level 1
- AMPP/NACE CIP Level 2 preferred
- Knowledge of coating inspection codes and standards
- Manufacturing training and/or product exposure
- Oil & gas pipeline and industrial facilities experience
- High school diploma or equivalent
Welding Inspector Qualifications
Required
- 8–10 years of Welding/Welding Inspection experience on pipelines or industrial facilities
- API 1169 Certification
- API 1184 Certification
- CSA Level 1 or Level 2
- Strong knowledge of CSA Z662 and/or ASME
- Oil & gas pipeline and industrial facilities experience
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Engineer, Technician, Technologist, Red Seal Journeyman, or Designated Specialist background
Preferred
- B-Pressure Welding experience
- Experience leading, coaching, or mentoring inspection teams
- Welding or NDE/NDT degree, diploma, or certification
- CGSB NDT Level 2
Project Details
- Location: Northern Ontario
- Start Date: Early July 2026
- Duration: Through Mid-November 2026
- Compensation: $900/day
- Multiple positions available