Summary:
We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Principal, Pipeline SME to join our team. The successful candidates will be responsible for the day-to-day execution of jobs and work scopes for your advanced services engagements, including reporting, and works with technical leader/s to ensure compliance with internal procedures, ensuring the validity of results.
The position is a key element within the NDE Special Services Group (SSG), working closely with the SSG Senior Manager to deliver the outcomes required for NDE customers, existing and new. This role requires a combination of operational expertise, and exceptional Pipeline knowledge to ensure the business unit delivers on their objectives while aligning with NDE Solutions' overarching vision and values.
Responsibilities:
- Assist NDE’s regions to scope, sell and deliver pipeline inspection packages of work, working closely with the regions to ensure the client’s needs are met.
- You will be responsible for the day-to-day execution of jobs and work scopes for your advanced services engagements, including reporting.
- Work with other operational leaders to ensure the business is promoting a supportive and collegiate environment.
- You will work closely with your Senior Manager to create new and innovative solutions for pipeline inspection packages of work.
- Work with NDE’s technical leader/s to ensure compliance with internal procedure “Ensuring the validity of results” with respect to any methods to which you oversee.
- Ensure that NDE Quality, Safety, Health and Environment standards are upheld by your teams at our client sites.
- Be responsible for the sourcing and maintenance of equipment required for your site, including tracking of equipment, maintaining registers etc.
- Review of client requests and reports before being submitted to the client, working closely with our regional management to ensure client needs are being met.
- Responsibility to ensure information in reports is accurate and consistent with NDE and the client’s expectations.
- Attending internal business meetings for QHSE, business units, operations and people & culture.
Qualifications and Experience:
- ISO 9712 PAUT (and/or UT) certification
- Exposure to ToFD, AUT, or complementary advanced methods
- Experience interfacing with ILI data and pipeline integrity programs
- Experience mentoring or developing technical teams
- Understanding of ISO 9001, ISO 17025, ISO 14001, ISO 45001
- Extensive experience in pipeline inspection and verification
- Strong hands-on experience with PAUT (encoded systems preferred)
- Demonstrated ability to operate as a technical SME
- Experience working directly with major asset owners and integrity teams
- Willingness to perform both field-based and office-based duties
We Offer
- Competitive hourly rate, including penalties and allowances where applicable.
- Secure, long-term employment in a growing national company.
- Flexible, supportive culture that values work-life balance.
- Career development opportunities across multiple industries.
- Approachable, experienced leadership team.
- Social events, team lunches, and strong camaraderie.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) access.
- Gym and Private Health Insurance discounts.
- Novated vehicle lease options.
- Free flu vaccinations and ongoing wellbeing initiatives.
Our Commitment
As a Circle Back Initiative Employer, we commit to responding to every applicant.
At NDE Solutions, we believe diversity and inclusion bring out the best in our people and deliver better outcomes for our clients.
We welcome applicants from all backgrounds to join our inclusive, professional, and motivated team.
No matter where you’re based, we want to hear from you – opportunities exist across the country for the right people.
