Senior Specialist – Inspection

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AD Ports Group seeks a Senior Specialist, Inspection to ensure licensed marine activities and facilities comply with regulatory standards through planned inspections, reporting and corrective-action follow ups. You will plan monthly site inspections, guide field inspectors, review reports, update digital checklists, ensure compliance with local to international regulations, support investigations, coordinate with Tasneef and partners, drive HSE integration, and track actions with regulators. Ideal candidate: Bachelor in EHS or related, NEBOSH/OSHA/IOSH, Lead Auditor, OSHAD/ADOSH Quadrat, 8+ years' experience, fluent English (Arabic preferred). To apply, tailor your resume to show regulatory expertise, inspection leadership, measurable improvements, and strong cross-functional collaboration, with concrete examples and metrics.

The purpose of the Inspection Specialist role is to ensure that all licensed marine activities and facilities comply with regulatory standards through systematic inspections and follow-ups. The role supports operational safety, environmental protection, and service quality by identifying non-conformities and recommending corrective actions. It involves planning and executing inspections, analyzing findings, and coordinating with internal and external stakeholders for continuous improvement. The position also contributes to the enhancement of digital inspection systems and supports regulatory reporting.

• Plan and conduct site inspections monthly to evaluate compliance with regulatory and operational standards. Ensure all inspections align with approved weekly, monthly, and annual inspection schedules.

• Guide field inspectors by communicating regulatory updates, inspection procedures, and the use of relevant tools. Maintain consistency and ensure quality across all inspection activities.

• Review and analyze inspection reports for completeness, accuracy, and trend identification. Present key findings and actionable recommendations to senior management for decision-making.

• Update inspection checklists regularly in line with changing regulations and internal requirements. Ensure all updates are reflected in the digital Inspection Management System.

• Ensure that inspections adhere to applicable local, national, and 

  international regulations. Support investigations and validate that corrective actions meet compliance expectations.

• Evaluate inspection team performance and identify process improvement opportunities. Coordinate with Tasneef and other partners to assess recurring non-conformities and propose corrective strategies.

• Identify training needs and organize workshops or refresher programs to upskill inspection staff. Work closely with the Quality team to enhance inspection procedures and protocols.

• Integrate HSE (Health, Safety, and Environment) standards into inspection workflows to reduce operational risks. Review HSE incidents and coordinate with relevant teams for process updates.

• Collaborate with digitalization teams  to test, implement, and enhance inspection system features. Recommend improvements to optimize scheduling, reporting, and data management processes.

• Track and follow up on all corrective actions arising from inspections. Maintain detailed documentation and coordinate with regulatory bodies to ensure ongoing compliance and alignment with evolving requirements.