Job description

An airport mechanical inspector oversees the installation and testing of mechanical systems such as HVAC, fire protection, and baggage handling to ensure compliance with project specifications and aviation standards.

They conduct inspections, review materials and workmanship, and verify that systems meet safety, quality, and performance requirements. The role focuses on ensuring reliable operation, regulatory compliance, and minimal disruption to airport activities.

Monitor activities to ensure the work is performed as required by the contract and meets or exceeds the required quality standards.

Conduct regular surveillance of site work against documented processes.

Conduct a review of work pack documentation and validate test data as meeting specified requirements and/or within tolerance.

Ensure incorporated materials on projects comply with the plans and specifications.

Attend as the company-nominated representative for discipline witness and monitor intervention points on site construction ITPs.

Produce formal reports of inspections carried out on the site.

Monitor contractor works and provide data, reports, and inputs to management as required.

Liaise with the company and contractor quality personnel to ensure that the requirements for client representation at hold, witness, and test points are understood.

Provide quality representation at toolbox talks and promote the right first-time approach.

Inform themselves of the relevant quality, environmental, safety, and occupational health policies, manuals, and procedures within the company and ensure continued compliance with these requirements while employed.

Perform other duties as assigned by the line manager or supervisor.

Qualifications and experience

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering from an accredited university.
• Minimum 8 years of work experience on large-scale projects; supervision consultant or main contractor experience is essential.
• Computer literate, required to use email, Excel, and Word to compile, produce, monitor, and interpret operational data and reports.
• Good communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to supervise effectively, prioritize, and coordinate multiple tasks, ensuring they are completed promptly.
• Must demonstrate a flexible approach to operational requirements to meet business objectives.
• Must demonstrate a flexible and innovative approach to problem-solving.
• Experience of working internationally, with preference for GCC experience.

About the company

The company, with more than 4,300 professionals in over 100 offices worldwide, provides program management, project management, construction management, project management oversight, advisory, facilities management, and other consulting services to clients in a variety of market sectors. It is ranked as one of the largest program management firms in the world.

The company is exclusively a program, project, and construction management provider, meaning it has one focus: protecting client interests. Free of any potential conflicts, the entire business is geared towards helping clients achieve their desired outcomes. The company is dedicated to exceeding expectations throughout the entire construction project lifecycle and adapts to the needs of each assignment to develop tailored approaches and solutions to meet those needs.

The company is part of a global infrastructure solutions group of companies.

Equal opportunity

The company is an equal opportunity employer and supports veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Note: This job description is intended to provide an indication of the nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, abilities, and other essential functions to be carried out as part of fulfilling the role mentioned. Various other duties may be required.