Material Inspector

Roles and responsibilities

Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.

• Responsible for setting own project deadlines.
• Provides on the job training to new employees.
• Responsible for monitoring conformance to quality, performance, specifications, and/or code requirements by performing inspection duties.
• Performs daily field inspections and maintains inspection records.
• Participates in punch lists, testing, and commissioning.
• Tracks quality assurance progress.
• Provides input to documentation for area and equipment turnovers.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualification

Technical Institute Diploma in relevant Engineering field (i.e. Civil etc.)

1. Knowledge of Material Properties

• Material Science: Understanding the physical and chemical properties of different materials, such as metals, concrete, wood, plastics, and composites.
• Knowledge of how materials behave under stress, temperature, and other environmental conditions.
• Recognizing the suitable application of materials based on their properties (e.g., tensile strength, corrosion resistance, thermal conductivity).

2. Quality Control and Assurance

• Ensuring that materials meet the required industry standards, codes, and specifications (e.g., ASTM, ISO, EN).
• Familiarity with quality control methods like sampling, testing, and inspection protocols.
• Conducting visual inspections and quality checks to identify defects such as cracks, surface irregularities, and contamination.

3. Testing and Inspection Techniques

• Using testing methods to assess material properties, such as:
  • Compression Testing (for concrete or steel).
  • Tensile Testing (for metals and polymers).
  • Impact Testing (for toughness evaluation).
  • Ultrasonic Testing or X-ray Testing (for detecting internal flaws).
• Conducting field tests, such as slump tests for concrete or moisture content tests for soils and aggregates.
• Using non-destructive testing (NDT) techniques to assess materials without causing damage.

4. Familiarity with Construction Standards

• Knowledge of construction material standards such as ACI (American Concrete Institute), ASTM (American Society for Testing and Materials), and ISO for different materials.
• Understanding industry-specific standards for materials used in roads, bridges, buildings, and infrastructure projects.
• Ensuring materials conform to safety standards and regulations (e.g., fire resistance, environmental impact).

5. Documentation and Reporting

• Maintaining detailed records of inspections, test results, and material certifications.
• Preparing inspection reports, quality assurance documentation, and compliance certifications.
• Ensuring that all materials are properly labeled and tracked for traceability.

6. Health, Safety, and Environmental Awareness

• Knowledge of safety regulations regarding handling hazardous or sensitive materials (e.g., asbestos, chemicals, or hazardous waste).
• Ensuring materials are stored and handled in accordance with safety standards to prevent accidents and contamination.
• Understanding the environmental impact of materials, including recyclability and sustainability considerations.

Desired candidate profile

1. Knowledge of Material Properties

• Material Science: Understanding the physical and chemical properties of different materials, such as metals, concrete, wood, plastics, and composites.
• Knowledge of how materials behave under stress, temperature, and other environmental conditions.
• Recognizing the suitable application of materials based on their properties (e.g., tensile strength, corrosion resistance, thermal conductivity).

2. Quality Control and Assurance

• Ensuring that materials meet the required industry standards, codes, and specifications (e.g., ASTM, ISO, EN).
• Familiarity with quality control methods like sampling, testing, and inspection protocols.
• Conducting visual inspections and quality checks to identify defects such as cracks, surface irregularities, and contamination.

3. Testing and Inspection Techniques

• Using testing methods to assess material properties, such as:
  • Compression Testing (for concrete or steel).
  • Tensile Testing (for metals and polymers).
  • Impact Testing (for toughness evaluation).
  • Ultrasonic Testing or X-ray Testing (for detecting internal flaws).
• Conducting field tests, such as slump tests for concrete or moisture content tests for soils and aggregates.
• Using non-destructive testing (NDT) techniques to assess materials without causing damage.

4. Familiarity with Construction Standards

• Knowledge of construction material standards such as ACI (American Concrete Institute), ASTM (American Society for Testing and Materials), and ISO for different materials.
• Understanding industry-specific standards for materials used in roads, bridges, buildings, and infrastructure projects.
• Ensuring materials conform to safety standards and regulations (e.g., fire resistance, environmental impact).