Welding / Structural QC Inspector (Resident) (M/F)

Would you like to develop your skills as part of a friendly and dynamic team, and contribute to exciting projects aimed at preventing and managing risks? Apave is looking for a for an experienced Welding/Structural QC Inspector (Resident) (M/F) for Apave Interservices Inspection, a subsidiary of the Apave Group specialising in major industrial projects in France and internationally. We’re looking for an experienced Welding/Structural QC Inspector to join the quality team of a major offshore wind farm project, supervising the fabrication of an offshore substation jacket in Belgium. In practical terms, what will your day-to-day role involve? Your mission : ✅ Review quality plans, ITPs and procedures, and witness inspections ✅ Verify welding consumables, material traceability, calibration and personnel qualifications ✅ Make sure NDT activities follow approved procedures and that results conform ✅ Follow up NCRs and corrective actions through to closure ✅ Monitor QA/QC dossiers and mechanical completion documentation ✅ Check compliance with structural drawings and standards ✅ Plan and coordinate inspections (welding, structural, coating, FAT) with the fabricator ✅ Ensure findings from site walkthroughs and ITP inspections are properly logged and closed on time ✅ Verify mechanical completion against the schedule and support the final handover ✅ Support the QC lead in the lessons learned process and coordinate the other inspectors Key Mission Details : 📍

Location:
Hoboken, Antwerp area (main base), with occasional travel to satellite factories in Belgium and Poland 📅 Start: December 2026 🧑 🔧 Role: Resident inspector, main focal point for welding and structural QC at the fabrication factories. 🔎Let’s talk about you
• Firstly, your background: 🛠Degree, technical diploma or equivalent 🔹 8–10 years of QC/QA experience, including at least 5 years in similar inspection roles. Next, your skills and personal qualities. Welding and NDT qualifications to a recognised international standard (certificates valid for 2026/2027) 🔹 Strong knowledge of AWS D1.1/D1.5, ISO 15614, ISO 3834 and EN 1090 🔹 Experience with EPC contractor organisations on large-scale construction projects 🔹 Fluent English and Dutch/Flemish (French is a plus) 🔹 Experience in offshore, marine or heavy steel structure fabrication (jackets, foundations, substations) 🔹 Local profile highly recommended Nice to have: coating skills (e.g. Frosio II, ISO 12944) and punch-list management Soft

skills:
team player in a multicultural environment, able to challenge and influence contractors constructively, rigorous and reliable. 🚀 Why APAVE Interservices Inspection? Joining us means becoming part of an international development journey backed by the expertise and reputation of the Apave Group, a major player in risk management and technical services. We aim to build long-term relationships with HSE professionals and connect the right expertise with the right industrial projects around the world. 📩 Open to your next international challenge? Whether you are currently available or considering a move in the coming months, we would be pleased to hear from you. Apply and join our international HSE talent network.