Atli Onarhh

Highly skilled Senior Welding & Fabrication Inspector with extensive experience in quality control and assurance within engineering and fabrication environments. Possesses SAIW Level 2 certification and proficiency in NDT methods including PT, MPI, RT, WT, and HT. Proven ability to conduct thorough inspections, interpret technical drawings, and ensure compliance with BSEN12952-6-2011 standards.

Adept at generating comprehensive reports, liaising with third-party inspectors, and managing quality documentation to uphold project integrity and client satisfaction.

QC Inspector at ACTOM (2021-09 – Present)

• Executed pre- and post-welding inspections, performing tasks in accordance with company instructions.
• Managed welding consumables adhering to established standards.
• Requisitioned and interpreted Non-Destructive Examinations including Penetrant Testing (PT), Magnetic Particle Testing (MPI), Radiographic Testing (RT), Water Tightness Testing (WT), and Hydrostatic Testing (HT).
• Generated comprehensive Quality Surveillance Reports.
• Compiled detailed Data Packs for project documentation.
• Liaised effectively with third-party inspectors to ensure compliance.
• Applied a thorough understanding of Design/Repair codes, specifically BSEN12952-6-2011.
• Produced Final Inspection Reports.
• Conducted Final Inspection Audits.
• Interpreted design drawings with clarity and precision.
• Interpreted Quality Control Plans (QCPs).

QC Assistance at M&D Construction (2018-10 – 2021-07)

• Inspected pipes for condition and damages, repaired external coatings, and performed fit-up inspections prior to welding.
• Conducted visual inspections on welded joints and applied Non-Destructive Examination (PT) to welded joints, determining acceptance and rejection criteria.
• Performed internal lining (coating) inspection of pipes and tested coated joints using a Holiday Machine (Spark Test).
• Compiled Data Packs for project close-out.
• Participated in Third Party and Internal Quality Audits.
• Attended Technical and Production Meetings.
• Generated Monthly Feedback Reports.
• Documented and managed Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs).

Scheduler at ACTOM (2016-10 – 2017-01)

• Managed equipment inventory and facilitated the issuance of equipment for site operations.
• Oversaw stock consumable management, organizing and preparing welding equipment for site utilization.
• Processed the receiving and dispatch of materials, and managed the handling and storage of welding consumables.

Vendor Manager at SENMIN (2009-09 – 2014-12)

• Supervised floatation reagents on customer sites, ordering based on minimum levels and managing quality control for plant targets with a maximum 5% error.
• Controlled and managed financial expenditure for floatation reagents to meet monthly business plans.
• Arranged reagent deliveries to customer sites, ensuring compliance with SHEQ policies.
• Maintained high standards for reagent storage to meet environmental policies.
• Conducted test work to identify process improvements.
• Reviewed Safe Work Procedures to enhance process operations.
• Participated in Permit to Operate (PTO), risk assessments, and audits; engaged with clients daily for production reports and monthly KPI presentations, ensuring customer satisfaction.
• Managed new product projects and negotiated their introduction.
• Provided quarterly sales forecasts and budgets against targets.
• Drove continuous improvement initiatives within the process.
• Presented new products to clients.
• Attended quarterly sales meetings.

Production Technician at Karbochem (PTY) LTD (2006-07 – 2009-04)

• Monitored processes in the latex plant, operated batch reactors, and managed stripping operations.
• Oversaw effluent treatment and process optimisation, including sampling.
• Performed troubleshooting of production issues.
• Managed material handling and raw material utilisation.
• Operated the control room using SCADA systems.
• Collaborated with the R&D department to develop new products.
• Authored report writing and participated in Permit to Operate (PTO) and Safe Work Procedures development.

Student in Training at Air Products (2006-05 – 2006-06)

• Operated reactors for acetylene production and performed high-pressure filling of welding gases.
• Analyzed gas concentrations and managed H2O treatment, including conductivity and pH monitoring.

Grade 12 – Nchaupe High School (1999-01 – 2001-12)

National Diploma in Chemical Engineering – Tshwane University of Technology (2004-01 – 2007-06)

International Welding Inspector Level 2 – SAIW (2025-07 – 2025-11)

PT Level 2 – African NDT (2020-08 – 2020-08)