Lifting Equipment Surveyor

Location: Turkmenistan, Kiyanly 

ES Depginli Adim is seeking a qualified Lifting Equipment Surveyor to support oil and gas projects in Turkmenistan, performing inspection, testing, and certification activities for cranes, lifting equipment, lifting accessories, and cargo-handling equipment at onshore and offshore facilities.

Position Overview:

The Lifting Equipment Surveyor will be responsible for inspecting, testing, and certifying in-service lifting equipment within oil and gas facilities. The role includes assessing equipment condition, verifying compliance with applicable international standards, preparing inspection reports and certificates, and supporting safe lifting equipment operations in live plant environments.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Carry out inspection, testing, and certification of cranes, lifting equipment, lifting accessories, and cargo-handling equipment
• Perform in-service inspections within live plant, onshore, and offshore oil and gas environments
• Assess equipment condition, identify defects, and provide technical recommendations
• Review and verify lifting equipment documentation, inspection records, certificates, and test reports
• Ensure inspection activities comply with applicable international standards, codes, and client requirements
• Prepare accurate inspection reports, certificates, and technical documentation
• Coordinate with site teams, maintenance personnel, lifting personnel, and inspection/NDT specialists as required
• Support safe execution of lifting equipment inspection activities in accordance with site HSE requirements
• Provide technical input during inspection planning, equipment assessment, and certification review
• Maintain strict adherence to site safety procedures and protocols

Qualifications & Requirements:

• Valid LEEA TEAM Card with authority as an Authorized Inspector is mandatory
• Degree in Mechanical Engineering with minimum 5 years experience as an Authorized Inspector for inspection, testing, and certification of cranes and lifting equipment
• Experience must include in-service equipment or live plant environments within the oil and gas industry
• Good command of written and spoken English

Preferred Knowledge & Experience:

• Sound knowledge of international standards and codes relating to lifting and cargo-handling equipment, including ASME B30.5, ASME B30.9, ASME B56.10, ASME B30.16, ASME B30.17, ASME B30.21, API RP 8B, API RP 2C, API RP 2D, API RP 9A, API RP 9B, EN 12079, and ISO 4309
• Good working knowledge of Non-Destructive Testing techniques
• Previous experience in oil and gas onshore and offshore facilities, live plant environments, or operational assets is preferred
• Demonstrated competence in technical report writing
• Ability to prepare and deliver technical presentations when required
• Ability to work independently with a high degree of initiative
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safe working practices

How to Apply

Interested candidates can send their CV to: careers@depginli-adim.com

Please include “Lifting Equipment Surveyor” in the subject line.