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Wells & Drilling Equipment Inspector CV: example, free template and tips

What recruiters look for in your Wells & Drilling Equipment Inspector CV (resume), an example you can copy, and a free builder that puts it in the right order.

Also for: Drilling Equipment Inspector, Wells QA/QC Inspector, OCTG Inspector.

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Example Wells & Drilling Equipment Inspector CV

A fictional inspector, laid out the way operators and EPC contractors expect worldwide. Start from it and replace every detail with your own.

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Certifications to show

List each one with its level, certificate number and expiry date. Recruiters and clients verify them.

  • DS-1 Drill Stem Inspection
  • IWCF Well Control
  • IADC WellSharp
  • ASNT Level II UT / MT

Codes and standards to mention

  • API RP 7G-2
  • API 5CT (casing & tubing)
  • API 16A (BOP)
  • API RP 53
  • DS-1

Example duty lines

Starting points only. Keep the ones that describe work you actually did, and add the client, project and codes.

  • Inspected drill pipe, BHA components and OCTG to DS-1 and API requirements.
  • Witnessed BOP and well-control equipment tests and reviewed certification.
  • Maintained inspection records and equipment traceability for drilling rigs.

Questions about the Wells & Drilling Equipment Inspector CV

What should my Wells & Drilling Equipment Inspector CV include?

Your target job title, a short summary, certifications with number and expiry date (DS-1 Drill Stem Inspection, IWCF Well Control, IADC WellSharp), client approvals, projects with client and contractor (latest first), and the codes you work to (API RP 7G-2, API 5CT (casing & tubing), API 16A (BOP)).

Which certifications matter most for Wells & Drilling Equipment Inspector jobs?

DS-1 Drill Stem Inspection, IWCF Well Control, IADC WellSharp, ASNT Level II UT / MT. Show the level, number and expiry date for each.

Is there a free Wells & Drilling Equipment Inspector CV template?

The builder and free-design PDF exports are free. Premium includes Word and premium options for 30 days, with up to 10 paid exports. Up to 3 Word exports within 7 days of payment using free designs. $3 USD including tax in every supported country. Included within the Premium export allowance.

Tips from recruiters

  • Name the rigs, operators and inspection categories (e.g. DS-1 category) you worked to.
  • Put your most recent project first, with client, contractor and location.
  • Keep one column and standard headings, so application systems (ATS) can read your CV.
  • Photo and date of birth depend on the country: usually left out for the USA, UK and Europe.

Read how recruiters shortlist inspectors, in the order they check your CV