Job Description SGS is currently looking for Pipeline Inspectors (General, Welding & Coating) in multiple locations in Northern Ontario.

Work will be assignedon a as needed basisand will be paid for the hours/days and other applicable cost items for the hours/days spent on the assigned work.

The work duration could be a day or several days or several weeks.

Pipeline Inspectors (General, Welding & Coating) Northern Ontario | 68 Positions Available Early July 2026 Start | Project Through Mid-November 2026 $900/Day SGS is currently seeking 68 experienced Pipeline Inspectors to support a large integrity dig program in Northern Ontario.

We are actively recruiting: General Inspectors Welding Inspectors Coating Inspectors Candidates with welding or coating inspection experience are highly preferred; however, experienced pipeline inspectors with strong construction inspection backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities Depending on assignment, responsibilities may include: Monitor contractor activities to ensure compliance with project specifications, drawings, procedures, codes, standards, and regulations.

Participate in daily safety meetings, tailboards, and field-level hazard assessments (FLHAs).

Exercise Stop Work Authority when unsafe acts or conditions are identified.

Verify contractor compliance with site-specific safety plans and quality requirements.

Oversee integrity dig activities including excavation, trenching, backfilling, restoration, welding, coating, and related construction activities.

Review and verify Inspection Test Plans (ITPs) and quality documentation.

Identify and report construction, safety, and quality non-conformances.

Complete daily inspection reports and maintain accurate project documentation.





Work collaboratively with contractors, project teams, and stakeholders to support successful project execution.

Participate in incident investigations, quality walkdowns, lessons learned sessions, and project closeout activities.

Qualifications General Inspector Qualifications Required 3+ years of General Inspection experience API 1169 Certification API 1184 Certification Solid knowledge of pipeline construction processes and procedures Oil & gas pipeline and/or industrial facilities experience High school diploma or equivalent Preferred 810 years of oil & gas pipeline and industrial facilities experience Red Seal Trade Certification Coating Inspector Qualifications Required 2+ years of Coating Inspection experience API 1169 Certification API 1184 Certification AMPP/NACE CIP Level 1 AMPP/NACE CIP Level 2 preferred Knowledge of coating inspection codes and standards Manufacturing training and/or product exposure Oil & gas pipeline and industrial facilities experience High school diploma or equivalent Welding Inspector Qualifications Required 810 years of Welding/Welding Inspection experience on pipelines or industrial facilities API 1169 Certification API 1184 Certification CSA Level 1 or Level 2 Strong knowledge of CSA Z662 and/or ASME Oil & gas pipeline and industrial facilities experience High school diploma or equivalent Engineer, Technician, Technologist, Red Seal Journeyman, or Designated Specialist background Preferred B-Pressure Welding experience Experience leading, coaching, or mentoring inspection teams Welding or NDE/NDT degree, diploma, or certification CGSB NDT Level 2 Project Details Location: Northern Ontario Start Date: Early July 2026 Duration: Through Mid-November 2026 Compensation: $900/day Multiple positions available

📌 Pipeline Inspectors (General, Welding & Coating) - Northern Ontario (Dryden)
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