YOUSEF M. AL-GHAMDI
Dammam,Saudi Arabia
Summary
Engineering professional with a strong focus on quality assurance and quality control. Expertise in ensuring compliance through rigorous testing and inspection processes. Proven ability to deliver optimal outcomes by applying quality standards and effective problem-solving methodologies.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Technical Expert
Saudi Accreditation Center (SAAC)
Riyadh
2023.08 - 2026.05
- Assisted in providing technical expertise in inspection according to international standard ISO/IEC 17020.
- Supported evaluation processes for inspector competence.
- Conducted reviews of documentation and assisted in classifying findings.
- Followed up on NCS recommendations and contributed to implementation.
Technical Expert
Saudi Accreditation Center (SAAC)
2023.08 - 2026.05
- Assist inspection bodies in adherence to ISO/IEC 17020 standards.
- Offer guidance in inspection techniques and standards.
- Evaluating inspectors competence.
- Review documentation and findings.
- Support non-conformance resolution and provide recommendations.
Sr. Inspection Engineer
TÜV SÜD, Khobar Branch
Khobar
2022.11 - 2026.05
- Lifting Equipment Aramco certified in cranes & lifting equipment thorough examination
- Provide team development & training on safe lifting practices for junior inspectors
- Developing inspection procedures (SOPs), risk assessment and reviewing training materials
- Rigger, scaffolding and other safety courses trainer
- Regulatory awareness & Knowledge of SABER/SALEEM requirements
- Assisting in identifying root cause analysis & corrective actions during audits
- SASO Technical Auditor in vehicle center classification as per SASO-1334
- Audit planning, compliance assessment and certification support
Sr. Inspection Engineer
TÜV SÜD, Khobar Branch
Khobar
2022.11 - 2026.05
- Lifting Equipment Aramco certified in cranes & lifting equipment thorough examination
- Provide team development & training on safe lifting practices for junior inspectors
- Developing inspection procedures (SOPs), risk assessment and reviewing training materials
- Rigger, scaffolding and other safety courses trainer
- Regulatory awareness & Knowledge of SABER/SALEEM requirements
- Assisting in identifying root cause analysis & corrective actions during audits
- SASO Technical Auditor in vehicle center classification as per SASO-1334
- Audit planning, compliance assessment and certification support
Quality Inspector
Testing Equipment Specialist Team (TEST)
2021.12 - 2022.11
- Inspection, testing & certification of all types of manual & powered Lifting equipment, mobile, gantry overhead, tower and other types of Cranes, forklift, man Lift, Reach lift, Construction Hoist
- Worked in NEOM Project as HSE engineer
- Identified potential risks in equipment, enhancing overall safety measures.
- Carried out inspections within allotted timeframes to best maintain production line progress.
Quality Inspector
Testing Equipment Specialist Team (TEST)
2021.12 - 2022.11
- Inspection, testing & certification of all types of manual & powered Lifting equipment, mobile, gantry overhead, tower and other types of Cranes, forklift, man Lift, Reach lift, Construction Hoist
- Rig inspection equipment/accessories as per international standards.
- NEOM Project HSE inspection for lifting Equipment & Earth moving machines
Inspection Engineer
TÜV SÜD, Jubail Branch
Jubail
2019.02 - 2021.12
- Inspection, testing & certification of all types of manual & powered Lifting equipment, mobile, Fixed, overhead Cranes and Construction Hoist
- Inspection of Earth moving machines along with variety of industrial equipment
- Load test implementation of new installation and repaired equipment
- Excellent knowledge of rigging and slinging, standards, and legislation.
- Leading huge inspections/load test activates
- Personnel and material lifting witnessing /supervision.
- Water balloons load test in confined spaces & inside domes in Phosgene plants
Inspection Engineer
TÜV SÜD, Jubail Branch
Jubail
2019.02 - 2021.12
- Inspection, testing & certification of all types of manual & powered Lifting equipment, mobile, Fixed, overhead Cranes and Construction Hoist
- Inspection of Earth moving machines along with variety of industrial equipment
- Load test implementation of new installation and repaired equipment
- Excellent knowledge of rigging and slinging, standards, and legislation.
- Leading huge inspections/load test activates
- Personnel and material lifting witnessing /supervision.
- Water balloons load test in confined spaces & inside domes in Phosgene plants
Education
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Al-Baha University
Saudi Arabia 2013.09 - 2018.06
Skills
- English language proficiency
- Process enhancement
- Collaborative teamwork
- Positive attitude and motivation
- Team leadership skills
- Adaptability and quick learning
- Microsoft Office expertise
- Effective communication
- Project oversight
- Strategic planning abilities
Certification
- LEEA Courses (FOU, LEG, LMM, LMP, OTC, RCS)
- ISO 9001 QMS,45001 OHSMS, 14001 EMS Lead Auditor
- 30 Hours in OSHA General Industry
- Scaffolding Competent person/Inspector /Erector, hands on & design loading
- Mastering Project quality management
- Certified quality engineer (CQE) training
- ISO/IEC 17020: 2012 Lead Auditor
- Sampling Inspection Techniques
- Respiratory protection SCBA & SABA, working at height fall protection
Languages
Arabic
Native
English
Fluent
Affiliations
- Member, Saudi Council of Engineers (SCE) July 2017-Present
Timeline
Technical Expert
Saudi Accreditation Center (SAAC)
2023.08 - 2026.05
Technical Expert
Saudi Accreditation Center (SAAC)
2023.08 - 2026.05
Sr. Inspection Engineer
TÜV SÜD, Khobar Branch
2022.11 - 2026.05
Sr. Inspection Engineer
TÜV SÜD, Khobar Branch
2022.11 - 2026.05
Quality Inspector
Testing Equipment Specialist Team (TEST)
2021.12 - 2022.11
Quality Inspector
Testing Equipment Specialist Team (TEST)
2021.12 - 2022.11
Inspection Engineer
TÜV SÜD, Jubail Branch
2019.02 - 2021.12
Inspection Engineer
TÜV SÜD, Jubail Branch
2019.02 - 2021.12
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Al-Baha University
2013.09 - 2018.06