Akhil Hareesh Kumar
KOWDIAR.P.O,Kerala
Summary
QA/QC Inspector – Welding/Painting with 12+ years of comprehensive experience in the oil and gas industry, specializing in welding and painting inspections. Proven expertise in managing quality control throughout all phases of fabrication, erection, and commissioning for complex projects. Adept at ensuring compliance with international standards such as ASME, API, and ISO, and skilled in overseeing the quality management system for large-scale constructions, including pipelines, tanks, vessels, and reinforced thermoplastic pipes (RTP).
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
5
5
Certification
Work History
QA/QC Inspector- Mechanical specialized in welding and painting inspections
MCSC W.L.L
MANAMA, BAHRAIN
12.2016 - 10.2024
- Lead inspection activities across fabrication, welding, and painting phases.
- Conducted welder qualification tests, and ensured adherence to established procedures.
- Oversaw quality management system (QMS) documentation for ISO certifications.
- Performed inspections on piping systems (ASME B31.3, B31.8), tanks (API 650), and pressure vessels (ASME BPVC Section VIII).
- Conducted testing activities such as hydro-testing, vacuum box testing, and bolt torquing.
- Performed inspection and testing activities of Reinforced Thermoplastic Pipes (RTP) by FlexPipe (Shawcor, Canada), and FiberSpar (NOV) during installation and commissioning.
- Managed inspection activities for installation and testing of 2×24" underground gas lines (4 km underground FBE line) for Gas Development Network Pipelines.
- Managed inspection activities for 2x24" RLNG above-ground line (4 km) for Gas Development Network Pipelines.
- Managed inspection activities for two 20-inch wrapped pipelines (4 km) for Gas Development Network Pipelines.
- Managed Tatweer Petroleum General Construction Services (2020–2023) for the installation and testing of gas and oil distribution lines from wellheads to manifolds, covering both new and old wellheads.
- Currently managing Bapco Upstream General Construction Services (2024–2026) for the installation and testing of gas and oil distribution lines from wellheads to manifolds for both new and old wellheads.
- Supervised equipment alignment (static and rotating) for drums, skids, pumps, and tanks.
- Prepared final dossiers and reports for client handovers.
- Acted as ISO internal auditor for company-wide compliance.
- Implemented stringent quality control measures, increasing overall operational efficiency.
- Monitored repair works closely; upheld highest level of quality control.
- Collaborated with welding workers to identify and remedy repeat issues.
QA/QC Engineer
Arabian Metal Products Organization
Jubail, Saudi Arabia
08.2013 - 08.2016
- Improved product quality by implementing stringent QA and QC procedures.
- Conducted regular audits for maintaining high standards of operation.
- Reduced production errors by introducing systematic quality checks.
- Facilitated risk assessments, minimising potential hazards in the workplace.
- Conducted fit-up, welding, and dimensional inspections.
- Various coating inspections (galvanising, painting).
- Prepared Inspection Test Plans (ITP), Project Quality Plans (PQP), and Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS).
- Conducted Welding Procedure and Performance Qualifications (WQT, PQRs).
- Ensured documentation compliance for ISO audits, and conducted internal audits.
QA/QC Inspector
CMIIC
Abu Dhabi
04.2012 - 11.2012
- Oversaw fit-up and welding inspections, and managed welding parameter controls.
- Monitored the fabrication and erection of alloy (P5), and stainless steel (P8) materials.
- Maintained welder qualifications and prepared hydro-test packages.
- Performed weld visual inspections and NDT supervision (RT, PT, PMI).
- Logged non-conformances and performed root cause analysis to avoid repeat issues.
- Promoted importance of proper regulatory knowledge throughout daily work.
QA/QC Supervisor (Part Time)
Technical Inspection Services
INDIA
07.2009 - 09.2011
- Coordinated NDT operations for smooth workflow and efficiency.
- Managed technical documentation, ensuring accurate record-keeping of all NDT activities.
- Handled sensitive information with discretion, upholding confidentiality at all times.
- Collaborated with engineers for efficient planning and execution of inspection strategies.
Education
Bachelor of Technology - Mechanical Engineering
Kerala University, TVM
Kerala,India 01.2007 - 01.2011
Skills
- Welding Inspection (ASME B313, API 1104, API 653 and API 650)
- Painting Inspection
- QMS Auditing (ISO 9001)
- Non-Destructive Testing (NDT): ASNT Level II - RT, PT, UT, MT
- RT Film Interpretation
- Procedure/Welder Qualifications
- Hydro Testing & Pressure Testing
- Reinforced Thermoplastic Pipe (RTP) Installation & Testing (FlexPipe by Shawcor, FiberSpar by NOV)
- Underground and Above-Ground Pipeline Inspection
- Client Liaison and Reporting
- Documentation and Compliance
- Bolt Torquing Inspection
- Alignment Inspection Rotary/Static Equipment
- Holiday Testing
- Heat Shrink Sleeve Inspection
- Rotolining Inspection
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Certification
- AWS SCWI (Senior Certified Welding Inspector) – CERT NO: 24110008
- AWS CWI: CERT NO: 11092371.
- CSWIP B-Gas Painting Inspector Grade 2: CERT NO: 103379
- ASNT Level II: PT, MT, RT, UT
- ISO 9001:2008 LA: CERT NO: QMSLA/15/114/0723
Languages
English
Hindi
Malayalam
Tamil
Personal Information
- Passport Number: V1863412
- Father's Name: HAREESH KUMAR P
- Title: QA/QC Inspector- Mechanical specialized in welding and painting inspections
- Date of birth: 06/02/1990
- Nationality: INDIAN
- Marital status: Married
Custom
References available on request
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
QA/QC Inspector- Mechanical specialized in welding and painting inspections
MCSC W.L.L
12.2016 - 10.2024
QA/QC Engineer
Arabian Metal Products Organization
08.2013 - 08.2016
QA/QC Inspector
CMIIC
04.2012 - 11.2012
QA/QC Supervisor (Part Time)
Technical Inspection Services
07.2009 - 09.2011
Bachelor of Technology - Mechanical Engineering
Kerala University, TVM
01.2007 - 01.2011
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