Kitchen Equipment Installation Inspector

Dokainish & Company

Key Responsibilities:

• Inspect and supervise installation works for commercial and industrial kitchen equipment.

• Verify proper anchoring, leveling, alignment, and mounting of all equipment.

• Ensure all utility connections (electrical, plumbing, gas, drainage, steam, HVAC, and ventilation) are correctly executed according to approved drawings and manufacturer guidelines.

• Review and monitor installation of ventilation systems, extraction hoods, ducting, and fire suppression interfaces.

• Ensure all works comply with project specifications, equipment schedules, and shop drawings.

• Coordinate with MEP, architectural, and vendor teams to resolve installation issues or clashes.

• Monitor pre-commissioning, start-up, and commissioning activities for all equipment.

• Verify equipment performance and document test results in line with project commissioning plans.

• Prepare inspection records, punch lists, and quality reports.

• Ensure contractor adherence to safety protocols and quality standards throughout installation.

• Support validation of equipment submittals, method statements, and inspection test plans (ITPs).

Technical Coordination

• Work closely with mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and architectural teams to ensure seamless integration of kitchen equipment.

• Review method statements, inspection test plans (ITPs), and equipment submittals.

• Identify installation issues or clashes early and recommend corrective actions.

• Coordinate with vendors, suppliers, and subcontractors during delivery, staging, installation, and commissioning phases.

  
  

Testing & Commissioning

• Monitor pre-commissioning, start-up, and commissioning activities for all kitchen equipment.

• Confirm equipment is functioning as intended and achieves performance requirements.

• Witness FAT/SAT activities when required.

• Ensure proper documentation is completed, including checklists, punch lists, and commissioning reports.

Quality, Compliance & Safety

• Enforce adherence to industry standards, food safety requirements, and local codes.

• Ensure compliance with HACCP-related design and equipment handling requirements where applicable.

• Maintain strict safety practices on-site and ensure subcontractors follow HSE protocols.

• Prepare daily reports, NCRs, and quality inspection records.