Machine Shop Inspector
NOV
JOB DESCRIPTION
About the Role
As a Machine Shop Inspector, you will play a key role in inspecting machined rotary shouldered drill pipe connections against documented specifications while ensuring a balance between cost-effectiveness and quality control. You will verify that inspection equipment is appropriate, calibrated, and used correctly with the proper programs to generate accurate and comprehensive reports. Working in close coordination with the inspection team, you will contribute to process improvements, ensure timely and accurate inspections, and support a culture of safety and quality.
About the Company
Tuboscope, a division of NOV located in Portlethen, is a global leader in inspection and coating services for the oil and gas industry. We specialize in delivering high-quality solutions for tubular products and related equipment, ensuring reliability and performance throughout their lifecycle. As part of NOV, we uphold a commitment to innovation, safety, and operational excellence.
What We Offer
About the Role
As a Machine Shop Inspector, you will play a key role in inspecting machined rotary shouldered drill pipe connections against documented specifications while ensuring a balance between cost-effectiveness and quality control. You will verify that inspection equipment is appropriate, calibrated, and used correctly with the proper programs to generate accurate and comprehensive reports. Working in close coordination with the inspection team, you will contribute to process improvements, ensure timely and accurate inspections, and support a culture of safety and quality.
About the Company
Tuboscope, a division of NOV located in Portlethen, is a global leader in inspection and coating services for the oil and gas industry. We specialize in delivering high-quality solutions for tubular products and related equipment, ensuring reliability and performance throughout their lifecycle. As part of NOV, we uphold a commitment to innovation, safety, and operational excellence.
What We Offer
Key Responsibilities
Qualifications & Skills
Interpersonal Skills
Why Join Us?
Join our Global Family
At NOV, we are committed to supporting your personal, financial, and professional wellbeing. Our comprehensive benefits package includes:
Health & Wellbeing • Private Medical Insurance • Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) Finance & Protection • Pension Plan • Income Protection • Life Assurance • Personal Accident Coverage Flexible Benefits (via salary sacrifice options for you and your family) • Dental Insurance • Healthcare Cash Plan • Partner Life Assurance • Critical Illness Cover • Retail Vouchers • Gym Membership • Cycle to Work Scheme Travel Insurance
ABOUT US
Every day, the oil and gas industry's best minds put more than 150 years of experience to work to help our customers achieve lasting success.
We Power the Industry that Powers the World
Throughout every region in the world and across every area of drilling and production, our family of companies has provided the technical expertise, advanced equipment, and operational support necessary for success-now and in the future.
Global Family
We are a global family of thousands of individuals, working as one team to create a lasting impact for ourselves, our customers, and the communities where we live and work.
Purposeful Innovation
Through purposeful business innovation, product creation, and service delivery, we are driven to power the industry that powers the world better.
Service Above All
This drives us to anticipate our customers' needs and work with them to deliver the finest products and services on time and on budget.
About the Role
As a Machine Shop Inspector, you will play a key role in inspecting machined rotary shouldered drill pipe connections against documented specifications while ensuring a balance between cost-effectiveness and quality control. You will verify that inspection equipment is appropriate, calibrated, and used correctly with the proper programs to generate accurate and comprehensive reports. Working in close coordination with the inspection team, you will contribute to process improvements, ensure timely and accurate inspections, and support a culture of safety and quality.
About the Company
Tuboscope, a division of NOV located in Portlethen, is a global leader in inspection and coating services for the oil and gas industry. We specialize in delivering high-quality solutions for tubular products and related equipment, ensuring reliability and performance throughout their lifecycle. As part of NOV, we uphold a commitment to innovation, safety, and operational excellence.
What We Offer
- Opportunity to work with industry-leading technology and equipment
- A collaborative and inclusive team environment
- Ongoing training and career development
- A safety-first culture with a strong emphasis on quality
About the Role
As a Machine Shop Inspector, you will play a key role in inspecting machined rotary shouldered drill pipe connections against documented specifications while ensuring a balance between cost-effectiveness and quality control. You will verify that inspection equipment is appropriate, calibrated, and used correctly with the proper programs to generate accurate and comprehensive reports. Working in close coordination with the inspection team, you will contribute to process improvements, ensure timely and accurate inspections, and support a culture of safety and quality.
About the Company
Tuboscope, a division of NOV located in Portlethen, is a global leader in inspection and coating services for the oil and gas industry. We specialize in delivering high-quality solutions for tubular products and related equipment, ensuring reliability and performance throughout their lifecycle. As part of NOV, we uphold a commitment to innovation, safety, and operational excellence.
What We Offer
- Opportunity to work with industry-leading technology and equipment
- A collaborative and inclusive team environment
- Ongoing training and career development
- A safety-first culture with a strong emphasis on quality
Key Responsibilities
- Ensure adherence to company policies regarding material handling, health & safety, quality, and housekeeping
- Interpret inspection measurements in line with applicable specifications or procedures
- Determine the most effective methodology for inspecting parts and suggest process improvements
- Recommend acceptance or rejection of parts based on inspection outcomes
- Investigate and determine corrective actions for nonconforming products using available data
- Program, operate, and optimize CMM (Coordinate Measuring Machine) equipment
- Recommend products and improvements suitable for CMM inspection
- Conduct pre-operation and daily equipment checks as required
- Examine machined products using mechanical and/or automated techniques
- Prepare and maintain accurate inspection reports
- Support the resolution of NCRs (Non-Conformance Reports) with the QC team and QA Manager
- Provide inspection support across other areas when required
Qualifications & Skills
- Proven experience with Grant Prideco / Tenaris rotary shouldered threaded connections
- ASNT Level II NDT qualification
- Practical experience in similar inspection or quality control roles
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
- Familiarity with Quality Assurance systems and procedures
Interpersonal Skills
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Effective communication and team collaboration
- Proactive mindset towards continuous improvement
Why Join Us?
Join our Global Family
At NOV, we are committed to supporting your personal, financial, and professional wellbeing. Our comprehensive benefits package includes:
Health & Wellbeing • Private Medical Insurance • Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) Finance & Protection • Pension Plan • Income Protection • Life Assurance • Personal Accident Coverage Flexible Benefits (via salary sacrifice options for you and your family) • Dental Insurance • Healthcare Cash Plan • Partner Life Assurance • Critical Illness Cover • Retail Vouchers • Gym Membership • Cycle to Work Scheme Travel Insurance
ABOUT US
Every day, the oil and gas industry's best minds put more than 150 years of experience to work to help our customers achieve lasting success.
We Power the Industry that Powers the World
Throughout every region in the world and across every area of drilling and production, our family of companies has provided the technical expertise, advanced equipment, and operational support necessary for success-now and in the future.
Global Family
We are a global family of thousands of individuals, working as one team to create a lasting impact for ourselves, our customers, and the communities where we live and work.
Purposeful Innovation
Through purposeful business innovation, product creation, and service delivery, we are driven to power the industry that powers the world better.
Service Above All
This drives us to anticipate our customers' needs and work with them to deliver the finest products and services on time and on budget.
JOB SUMMARY
Machine Shop Inspector
NOV
Aberdeen
11 hours ago
N/A
Full-time
Machine Shop Inspector