01 / Inspect
Inspection services
Cranes, earth-moving machines, MEWPs, elevators and escalators, plus welding, coating and piping.
SAAC-accredited inspection body
We deliver quality, a good price and speed for our clients.
Your engineer for cranes, elevators and heavy equipment: accredited, independent and on site in 2–3 days.
- SASO listedINSP 0073
- SABIC vendor11056769
- ISO certified9001 · 14001 · 45001
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Why contractors switch to SMAT
From request to report
Large providers can take five days to quote and two weeks to start.
11days sooner on site than a two-week start
SMAT
Typical large provider
- QuoteSame day
- On siteDay 2–3
- Report issuedDay 3–8
- QuoteUp to day 5
- Work startsDay 14 or later
Working days, Sunday to Thursday. Urgent jobs within 24 hours.
From inspection to calibration
Four core services
View what each service covers, or download its one-page sheet for your file.
- 02 / Train
HSE & operator training
Confined space, permit to work, rigging, fire warden, LOTO and BLS, plus operator assessment.
- 03 / Test
NDT services
UT, RT, MT, PT and VT by technicians certified to SNT-TC-1A and ISO 9712.
- 04 / Calibrate
Calibration lab
Pressure, temperature, electrical, dimensional and torque instruments, to ISO/IEC 17025.
Also: Scaffolds & access Load & pull-out tests Gas line testing Drop surveys Supplier qualification
Mid-size. Saudi. Run by engineers.
Direct to your engineer
Big enough for SABIC and Ma’aden, small enough that your engineer answers the phone.
- Up to 40% lessSame accreditation as the multinationals, for up to 40% less.
- ImpartialA Type A body, independent of suppliers and contractors.
- No shortcutsWe held a crane certificate 48 hours until it was safe.
24average years of experience
8,250+projects inspected
3offices in the Kingdom
Client reviews
What our clients say
Feedback from contractors and site teams across our inspection, training and certification services.
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The expertise, integrity, and professionalism demonstrated by the SMAT team are sincerely appreciated.
Nesma & PartnersThe Avenues (AVR‑1), Riyadh · signed by the Site HSE Manager and Project ManagerCertificate of appreciation -
We would like to extend our sincere appreciation for their excellent technical expertise, safety, quality, dedication and hard work.
ArchirodonProject Manager · King Salman maritime complex (KSIC), 2021Certificate of appreciation -
SMAT’s government-approved status gave us full confidence. Their inspection reports are accepted across all regulatory bodies, saving us months of delays.
Ahmed Al-RashidProject Director, NEOM Infrastructure -
The MEWP inspection team identified a critical hydraulic issue before operation. Their load testing and certification gave us total peace of mind on site.
Omar Al-HarbiFleet Manager, Al-Rushid Construction -
SMAT’s gas line inspection detected micro-leaks that others missed. Their advanced pressure testing helped us avoid a major incident.
Nadia Al-ShehriSafety Supervisor, Saudi Gas -
Their scaffolding inspection ensured full TG20:21 compliance. The structural audit gave us the confidence to proceed with a high-risk refurbishment.
Khalid Al-DossarySite HSE Lead, Bechtel KSA -
Critical anchor pull-out tests were delivered with precision. SMAT’s load testing certification allowed us to secure final sign-off from Aramco.
Faisal Al-QahtaniProject Engineer, SABIC -
The operator safety training transformed our workforce. Competency exams and hands-on sessions were world-class, and now our team is fully certified.
Sarah Al-GhamdiHSE Manager, Petro Rabigh -
SMAT’s NDT (UT, MT, RT) uncovered weld defects that could have led to failure. Their advanced scanning saved us millions in potential repairs.
Dr. Yasser Al-MalkiNDT Coordinator, Ma’aden -
Thorough cradle and BMU inspection: they identified worn suspension ropes that were overdue for replacement. We now have a safe maintenance plan.
Layla Al-JadaanFacilities Director, KAFD -
The drop survey delivered precise dimensional control. Their DROPS prevention study helped us secure offshore certification with zero rework.
Hamad Al-OtaibiMarine Ops, Aramco Offshore -
Their ISO 9001 audit and certification support was seamless. SMAT’s gap analysis helped us achieve accreditation three months ahead of schedule.
Ibrahim Al-RajhiQuality Manager, Al Rajhi Holding -
Comprehensive elevator and escalator load tests and safety gear inspection. SMAT’s report gave us the green light for operation across 5 high-rise towers.
Noura Al-FayezAsset Manager, Roshn -
SMAT’s supplier prequalification saved us from onboarding a non-compliant vendor. Their technical assessments are thorough and unbiased, a must for any major project.
Tariq Al-GhamdiProcurement Lead, Red Sea Global -
Horizontal and vertical lifeline inspection was executed perfectly. Their fall protection certification allowed our rope access teams to work safely at height.
Mansour Al-ZahraniSafety Director, NEOM Mountain
Certificates you can check
Proof on paper
The documents behind our claims. Open any of them at full size, or download a copy.
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For procurement and QA/QC
Verify before you hire
Every SMAT certificate can be checked online, and our approvals are ready for your vendor file.
RegistrationsVendor files
- SAAC accreditation, Type AISO/IEC 17020 · N-I-00043ViewDownload
- SASO inspection body listingINSP 0073Request by email
- SABIC qualified vendor11056769Request by email
- ISO 9001, 14001 and 45001Management systemsRequest by email
- Commercial RegistrationMinistry of CommerceRequest by email
- Company profile 2026English and ArabicRequest by email
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Three offices in the Kingdom, one in Oman.
Serving the Kingdom and Oman
Head office in Al Khobar, branches in Riyadh and Jeddah, and an office in Oman. Urgent jobs reach any region of the Kingdom within 24 hours.
Eastern Province Head office
Al Khobar · Dammam · Jubail · Al Ahsa
Central Region Branch
Riyadh and surrounding projects
Western Region Branch
Jeddah · Makkah · Madinah · Yanbu · NEOM
Sultanate of Oman Oman office
Muscat · Sohar · Duqm · Salalah
Good to know
Before you book
Can't find your question? An engineer will answer it on WhatsApp.
Usually 2–3 days after we agree the scope, with the report 1–5 working days later. Urgent jobs: any region within 24 hours.
Yes. SMAT is a SAAC-accredited Type A inspection body listed with SASO, and every certificate can be checked online.
Equipment type and quantity, site location and any previous certificates. A nameplate photo on WhatsApp is enough to start.
We list exactly what to fix, then re-inspect. We once held a crane certificate 48 hours until it was safe.
Yes. HSE courses and operator assessments run at your site or in our classroom, whichever suits your schedule.
Yes. Our teams cover the whole Kingdom, from Jubail to NEOM, and urgent jobs reach any region within 24 hours.
Same-day reply
Get a quote
Tell us which equipment needs inspection and where it is located. We confirm the scope, documents and dates the same day.
- Share your requirementsEquipment type, site location and any project requirements.
- Agree scope and dateThe work, documents, price and date, confirmed in writing.
- Receive clear findingsReport in 1–5 working days, explained in plain language.
Feedback or a complaint? Tell our Quality Assurance team.
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An engineer will reply today with the scope and the documents we need.
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