Area Project Lead - NDT Projects
Posted date [2026-05-21]
(ID: 45493)
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ASMACS has a proven track record in a range of industrial services and innovative solutions. Our expertise in commercial trading and varied business interests makes us the partner of choice in the success stories of many startups and enterprise multinationals. Right from the mid-80s, we have been growing steadily and making an enormous contribution to various sectors like oil and natural gas, marine industry, civil construction, corporate services, IT services, IATA – tours and travels, general trading, skill development and training, education and philanthropic activities. This has made ASMACS a unique and reliable choice of partner to work across different operational and engagement models.... |
Job Description and Requirements
Area Project Lead - NDT ProjectsJob Snapshot
Role: Area Project Lead - NDT Projects
Location: Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Industry: Oil and Energy
Function: Project Management
Experience: 2-3 years
Job Type: Full-time
Position Overview
Area Project Lead - NDT Projects in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates is a project-focused opportunity within the Oil and Energy sector for candidates with strong leadership ability, NDT Level 2 certification, stakeholder coordination skills, and practical exposure to oil and gas inspection operations. This role is suitable for professionals who can support area-level project execution, coordinate teams, manage timelines, and ensure inspection activities are completed in line with client and quality requirements.
The position requires good communication skills, technical understanding of NDT methods, and the ability to manage project priorities in a fast-moving testing, inspection, and certification environment.
Job Details
Country: United Arab Emirates
City: Abu Dhabi
Industry: Oil and Energy
Function: Project Management
Salary: 80000-130000
Estimated salary range based on similar jobs in the job city; please confirm the final offer with the employer.
Gender: Any
Candidate Nationality: India
Job Type: Full-time
Role Context
The Area Project Lead - NDT Projects will assist in managing inspection-related project activities across assigned sites or operational areas. The role connects technical inspection work with project delivery, ensuring teams, schedules, client communication, safety expectations, and reporting requirements are properly coordinated.
This position supports smooth execution of oil and gas inspection projects by combining leadership, project management, team coordination, risk awareness, and working knowledge of NDT methods such as UT, MPT, PT, and RTFI.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead and coordinate assigned area-level project activities for oil and gas testing, inspection, and certification work.
* Support planning, scheduling, execution, and tracking of NDT inspection tasks across project sites.
* Coordinate with inspection teams, supervisors, clients, and internal project stakeholders to maintain workflow continuity.
* Monitor project progress, identify delays or site issues, and recommend practical corrective actions.
* Ensure inspection activities are aligned with client specifications, quality procedures, safety expectations, and project timelines.
* Support communication between field teams and management regarding manpower, equipment, documentation, and technical priorities.
* Assist in budgeting, resource planning, and time management for assigned project areas.
* Maintain accurate project documentation, reports, inspection updates, and progress records.
* Apply risk management thinking to reduce operational delays and support safe project delivery.
* Build positive client relationships through timely communication, professional coordination, and issue resolution.
* Guide team members where needed and promote disciplined work practices across inspection activities.
* Support final project closeout documentation and ensure required technical records are completed properly.
Ideal Profile
* BE or B.Tech qualification in a relevant engineering discipline.
* 2-3 years of experience in project coordination, inspection project support, oil and gas operations, or related industrial project roles.
* NDT Level 2 certification is required, preferably in UT, MPT, and PT.
* PCN or ISO 9712 RTFI certification will be an added advantage.
* Practical experience in the oil and gas industry is preferred.
* Strong leadership ability with confidence to coordinate teams and site activities.
* Good communication skills for client interaction, reporting, and stakeholder updates.
* Understanding of project management, budgeting, time control, and risk management basics.
* Ability to solve operational problems and support smooth project execution.
* Strong team coordination skills with attention to safety, quality, and documentation.
* Indian candidates are preferred as this opportunity is exclusively open to India candidates.
Skills Set
* Project management
* NDT Level 2
* Ultrasonic testing
* Magnetic particle testing
* Penetrant testing
* RTFI
* PCN certification
* ISO 9712
* Oil and gas inspection
* Team coordination
* Stakeholder communication
* Leadership
* Budgeting
* Risk management
* Strategic planning
* Time management
* Client relationship management
* Technical documentation
* Quality coordination
* Problem solving
Why Join Us
This opportunity gives project-focused NDT professionals the chance to work in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates within the oil and gas, power, and industrial inspection sectors. The role provides exposure to project leadership, inspection coordination, client communication, and technical service delivery in a structured industrial environment.
It is a strong option for candidates who want to grow from technical inspection experience into project leadership while working on demanding energy-sector assignments with attractive salary potential and regional career exposure.
About the Company
ASMACS has a solid track record in industrial services, innovative business solutions, commercial trading, and diversified operational support. With experience across startups, enterprise organizations, and multinational environments, ASMACS is known as a reliable partner for businesses that need practical execution, skilled workforce support, and dependable service delivery.
Since the mid-1980s, ASMACS has grown steadily across sectors such as oil and natural gas, marine industry, civil construction, corporate services, IT services, IATA tours and travels, general trading, skill development and training, education, and philanthropic activities. This broad operational background makes ASMACS a trusted choice for flexible engagement models, manpower solutions, and industrial project support across the United Arab Emirates and the wider Gulf region.
